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A Juvenile Song

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  I’m still too young; I’m a little child; Give me ice creams; I’ll stay this mild.   I love chocolate bars, But I’ll soon grow up; I’ll jump, I’ll dance And I’ll sing with my cup.   I listen to myself; I snap with my fingers; I sing from my heart; My happiness lingers.   I’m full of life; I clap with my palms; I share my things With all my chums.   The elders sometimes Seem to say, “Enjoy your childhood Every day.”   What they all say I don’t understand; I do obey them; I hold mom’s hand.   I love my mom; I love my dad; They give me all That they have had.   I go to school; I read and play; I draw and sing Each and every day.   I lisp sweetly; I love my rhymes; I speak the truth All the times.   I love my friends; I help them all; I’ll never laugh at Any if they fall.   I’m a little child Who wants to know; I love the rainbow; ...

A Few Words with my Little Fellows

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  My little friends, how have you all been all this time? Would you mind giving a little time to this fellow? I promise that I won’t take much time. Actually, I was wondering to give you a knock, though after a long time. Anyway, I would like to tell you to live your dreams. You know what? We all, yes, we all live with our dreams. They keep us going actually. So, a few things I would like to share with all of you. No matter how big or small your dreams can be, you can live them with honesty, modesty and passion. Believe in yourself. You know, it may sound a bit boring to you, but please, never give them up, because you can do it. Listen to your elders, respect them, and never stop trusting yourselves. Live your life; live your dreams and be good as a human being. Well, thank you for your patience. Thank you for your love and understanding. May life bring you all the best of everything all through your lives. Keep dreaming and keep achieving with a heart. Well, I know you can do...