~Author Unknown
1. My life is likely to last ten to fifteen years, and any separation
will be stressful for me. Remember that before you take me home.
2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.
3. Place your trust in me - it's crucial to my well-being.
4. Don't be angry with me for long, and don't lock me up as punishment. You
have your work, your entertainment, and your friends. I have only you.
5. Talk to me sometimes. I may not understand your words, but I do
understand your voice when it speaks to me.
6. Be aware that however you choose to treat me, I'll never forget it.
7. Remember before you hit me, that I have teeth that could easily crush
the bones of your hand. Remember also, that I choose not to use them.
8. Before you scold me for being uncooperative, obstinate, or lazy, ask
yourself if something might be bothering me - perhaps my food, or the
hot sun.
9. Take care of me when I get old - you too, will be old someday.
10. Please go with me on my last journey. Don't say "I can't bear to
watch," or "let it happen in my absence." Everything is easier for me if you
are there. Remember, I love you.
1. My life is likely to last ten to fifteen years, and any separation
will be stressful for me. Remember that before you take me home.
2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.
3. Place your trust in me - it's crucial to my well-being.
4. Don't be angry with me for long, and don't lock me up as punishment. You
have your work, your entertainment, and your friends. I have only you.
5. Talk to me sometimes. I may not understand your words, but I do
understand your voice when it speaks to me.
6. Be aware that however you choose to treat me, I'll never forget it.
7. Remember before you hit me, that I have teeth that could easily crush
the bones of your hand. Remember also, that I choose not to use them.
8. Before you scold me for being uncooperative, obstinate, or lazy, ask
yourself if something might be bothering me - perhaps my food, or the
hot sun.
9. Take care of me when I get old - you too, will be old someday.
10. Please go with me on my last journey. Don't say "I can't bear to
watch," or "let it happen in my absence." Everything is easier for me if you
are there. Remember, I love you.