Dave EarndenIn a world of wonder, both young and old, Where lessons of life are worth their weight in gold, From responsibility's call to honesty's grace, These teachings guide us through life's complex maze. With kindness as our compass, we find our way, Sharin, and gratitude, bring light to our day. Patience and courage, we must not neglect, Respect for differences, we must protect. Empathy's bridge connects hearts near and far, Perseverance shines like the brightest star. Respecting nature, together we stand, In teamwork, we thrive, hand in hand. Kindness as our gift, sharing our creed, In a world of gratitude, our souls find what they need. The courage to be honest, a treasure to behold, As we gather the stories that time has told....cont'd Listening with care, we truly understand, The joy of learning, it's all in our hand. Respecting our elders, their wisdom we glean, Imagination's key, a world we can dream. Generosity's magic, it's a gift that we share, In forgiveness and patience, we learn how to care. Through the power of empathy, we bridge each divide, With imagination, our hearts open wide. The beauty of friendships, like flowers in bloom, In positivity's realm, we chase away gloom. The strength of perseverance, a force hard to beat, In the beauty of nature, our lives feel complete. As curiosity leads us through journeys unknown, In empathy's embrace, we're never alone. In knowledge, we find treasures in every nook, And, in honesty, we write our life's book....cont'd With each lesson's guidance, we learn to be strong, In kindness and empathy, we all truly belong. In the world we create, let these lessons shine bright, Guiding us through life, from morning to night. For in following these lessons, we shape our own fate, In the story of life, let's make each day great. With hearts full of love, together we strive, To make this world better, as long as we're alive. Read More Read Less