momand DAD My mom, several times said Don't make a spectacle of yourself Sit with legs crossed, as if on a shelf And don't touch anything Keep your hands to yourself For little girls - 'tis best to be seen than heard Don't let anyone push you around Stand up for yourself. On and off the playground Every day before school, my dad always said Defend yourself against bullies, in all their forms Don't back down! Grab the bull by the horns! Know your place. My mom admonished Speak only when spoken to Address authority after they address you For little girls - Respect your elders and choke on your words Question all thing. Scrutinize the source Understand the angles The real whys and wherefores Don't just follow, my dad always said Examine your beliefs! Think for yourself!
With Father’s Day on its way, I dedicate this one to my Dad – I love you!
Sam
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I love the obvious contradiction in roles encouraged here.
Thank you!