by Oluyemisi Joel-Osebor (Nee Agboola) | |
Published on: Mar 10, 2006 | |
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Type: Poetry | |
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Life is in stages Each stage a phase So girl child… Understand that you have a great future ahead of you Dear girl child Do not settle for less because you are destined for great heights Can you not see greatness ahead of you? Girl child Never accept inferiority Strive for the best Never settle for less Get the best out of life You are living this life just once You are very important You are the lady of the future You are the mother of tomorrow Destiny is waiting for you to nurture responsible children Children that will cause a positive change in their communities Girl child, you need to build yourself to achieve this laudable feat Girl child, you are a force to be reckoned with Girl child, embrace education because education informs and reforms Good education will empower you and improve your self-image and confidence, so that you can be the best you want to be Girl child, protect yourself from being violated, I know you can do it. I am convinced you can do it Girl child, respect the male-folk and stand for your right, nobody may be their to be your voice So speak out, you are not a lesser being, you are a force to be reckoned with You are complete and a formidable force Girl child, stand for what is right Girl child, associate with people that will bring out the best in you Girl child, be diligent and be hardworking Girl child, protect your dignity Girl child you will soon become a teenager Girl child you will soon become a lady Girl child you will soon become a woman Girl child you will soon become the great voice the world is awaiting Girl child, you are important. Girl child live a useful life Girl child live an eventful life Girl child you will achieve greatness! You sure destined for the top if you do not falter. « return. |