Mind Your Parents

Respect or minding my parents was expected in my family home. I hope the world teaches their children to respect others.

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We were taught to mind or obey our parents. 

Did you ever wonder what would happen? 

Would you get punished immediately? 

It was an absolutely expected that we’d have a talk.

Would a tap on the bum come afterwards?

Could a “grounding” be in our future?

Most of the time we’d have a respectful conversation.

Do all families operate in this fashion?

Should I ask my friends what goes on in their homes?

I decided it was none of my business.

What if someone shared their punishment?

How would I react?

Unfortunately, one girl showed me her welts.

Should I tell an adult what she revealed to me?

Would respecting her private life be safe for her?

I decided to do what was best for me for my life.

Would I grow up to be a responsible adult?

How would I teach my own children respect?

For me, minding my parents taught me to value others.

Will our grandchildren teach their offspring in a similar manner?

Will our world move toward regarding others respectfully?

By Debby Hackbarth

From: United States

Website: https://deborahhackbarth.com

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