The ABCs of Life

Don’t be sad little darling,
this is just the way the world is;
bright sunny days will always have
a dark ending.
I know you hate seeing ‘adik’ sleep
and having to need to sleep yourself is boring
but nightime is just one of the things
to help you rest and energize
just like eating fruits and vegetables
and doing the running exercise.

Don’t be angry little child,
if you can’t finish building
towers with your blocks,
or winning the games you love,
tomorrow will come InshaAllah
for you to continue learning and trying.

Don’t be frustrated little angel,
if you trip or fall as you run,
and don’t worry if after many times
your towers can’t properly stand,
or if you can’t seem to get it right
all the times you tried to draw
an Ultraman.

I know it’s hard my little darling,
but there’ll always be a helping hand
and life is always about learning,
so try your best to enjoy
your wonderful efforts rather than just cry.

I know sometimes it’s confusing
to want but not able to do or have
for there are boundaries and limits
to even the finest body and mind.

This is how life is little sweetheart,
and may one day you’ll find
the wisdom and courage
to accept and understand His Might.

Love,
Ummi a.k.a k-e-w
Furze, May 16, 2008 156am

p/s: Especially to Mama and Loy, and to all other teachers, educators including those busy Moms and Dads who pay great attention to their children’s growth and care, those who might accidentally stumble upon this blog or read it everyday, Happy Teachers Day! Once a teacher, will always be one