Always show kindness
And be nice to everyone,
Be a reason for happiness
And always join the fun;

Not because they're mean
You'll have to be nasty, too,
Always keep serene
No matter what others do;

Believe in yourself
You can do anything and everything,
Don't be someone else
And be stopped by nothing;

Listen to your heart
To come up with a decision,
Then use your mind, be smart,
For the ultimate execution;

Those were just some
Of my dear Dad's counsel,
And I know time shall come
When he'll say, "You did well!"

© jincamba