A Beautiful Poem I found somewhere...

I gave you life, but cannot live it for you....

I can give you directions, but I cannot be there to lead you....

I can take you to church, but I cannot make you believe....

I can teach you right from wrong, but I cannot always decide for you.....

I can buy you beautiful clothes, but I cannot make you beautiful inside.....

I can offer you advice, but I cannot accept it for you.....

I can give you love, but I cannot force it upon you....

I can teach you to share, but I cannot make you unselfish.....

I can teach you respect, but I cannot force you to show honor.....

I can advise you about friends, but cannot choose them for you.....

I can tell you about alcohol & drugs, but I can't say "No" for you......

I can tell you about lofty goals, but I can't achieve them for you.......

I can teach you about kindness, but I can't force you to be gracious.....

I can pray for you, but I cannot make you walk with God.....

I can tell you how to live, but I cannot give you eternal life.....

I can love you with unconditional love all of my life... and I will