Children Learn What They Live

If a child lives with criticism
He learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility
He learns to fight.
If a child lives with ridicule
He learns to be shy.
If a child lives with shame
He learns to be guilty.
If a child lives with tolerance
He learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement
He learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise
He learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with fairness
He learns justice.
If a child lives with security
He learns to have faith.
If a child lives with approval
He learns to like himself.
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship
He learns to find love in the world. Dorothy Law Nolte

I watched a very compelling movie tonight "Riding on the Bus with my Sister" watching this movie was a domino effect. Watching it reminded me of watching the Rosie O'Donnell Show, remembering that reminded me of Rosie's For All Kids foundation remembering that reminded me of my persuasive paper I had to write in English 101 in college (i have some college under my belt) which I did on that foundation which brought me to this poem-I used this poem as my cover page for that paper. So here I am sharing it to anyone who wants to read it, enjoy :-)