The Family Glue – a poem for families sheltered at home

Posted on Saturday, April 4th, 2020 at 3:18 pm.

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay

My family isn’t perfect.
We don’t always agree.
We have our own opinions
and that’s okay with me

We’ve learned to stick together
and not be torn apart.
We treat each other gently
by speaking from the heart.

Each person is respected.
It’s okay to be sad.
And even when we disagree,
it’s okay to get mad.

We manage all our problems
by talking issues through.
We’re honest with each other.
That’s our family glue.

by Gaye Ellen Kick

Permission granted to print this poem and hang it in your home.

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7 Comments

Karen Kelly • April 6th, 2020

Thanks so much. You made me cry. As I read I thought, “Now if I could review this daily….” And there it was. “Permission granted to print and hang…” This is a wonderful reminder, almost a prayer, for where we are living. You add to my life, Lady!

penny perrin • April 6th, 2020

Lovely poem…for a very difficult time. ❤

Jeanne Soling • April 6th, 2020

Thank you Gaye for this lovely poem. As we stay in our homes, we need little inspirations each day to keep us calm and focused on the big picture. I hope all of your family is well and safe. Take care and keep
writing. I am so looking forward to your next story.