You never

by julie floody
(coventry uk)

You never push or drag
you hold my hand and walk with me.
You never rush ahead or hide
you stand at my side and protect me.

You never talk over me or at me
you talk to me and with me.
You never shout or blank me
you listen to me and guide me.

You never take or steal
you give and offer.
You never demand or expect
you praise and comfort.

You never punish, scold or threaten
you compliment, support and love.