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only so much
only so much i can do
when whoever is in charge wants more
i can only give less
and we are both dissatisfied with me
i am learning to forgive myself for that
my children are my friends
An original poem by MaryJane Nordgren
my children are my friends
adults who listen
even when i stammer
who guide my steps when i stumble
who forgive when i falter
who chuckle when i command
but listen and talk things over with me
who love despite my shortcomings
how could i ever ask more?