Hush, little child don’t you cry,
Things will get better by and by.
That old Sheriff cant take your home
‘Cause your Daddy has paid his loans.
Sometimes we hear you cry at night;
I know this world can be a fright.
There will be enough food to eat
And we’ll not run out of heat.
Close your eyes and please do not fear,
Mommy and daddy are right here.
You’re the reason we work so hard
To keep a happy house and yard.
We’re gonna keep you snug and warm;
We will protect you from this storm.
Hush, little child, don’t you cry,
Things will get better by and by.
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A contest entry
- Your Favorite Nursery Rhyme by Tqop.
650 points, ended February 27, 21 entries
Gold trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Comments
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This is beautiful, and I want to congratulate you on a well deserved gold trophy on this. The world is a scary place, and children pick up on that rather quickly. Adults need to be there reassuring them that despite the hardships, life is special and should be cherished, and the suffering is something that helps us grow as people.
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Thank you very much for reading and commenting on my work. This one was a bit of a challenge. I am glad you enjoyed it. I don't write much for kids.
Mike
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I write predominately for children (most of which is not on this site) and I think you did a very nice job there. The greatness of this piece (in my humble) opinion stems from the fact it can be enjoyed and appreciated by all ages and talks to children without talking down to children. Oftentimes adults try to completely "protect" children and don't admit to children that life is difficult. Unfortunately the difficulty is something children pick up on by themselves, and it takes a certain sensitivity to protect them, without dismissing their fears or being dishonest (which never works.)
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Your comment and observations actually reflect my views towards raising children. At a young age my children were well aware of the facts related to many current and historical events. Nonetheless, I do not think it is newsworthy or pertinent to interview a small child about their view on current events. Occaisionally it is mildly interesting, but it is certainly not somethng that I am going to base my opinion on.
Mike
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I think I've been cheating myself by not reading your
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I am glad you liked this. Beware though, some of my poems can be on the dark side. I appreciate the sudden attention, but my head is starting to swell. I will be lucky if it fits through the bedroom door tonite.
Mike
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awwwwww this reminded me of something ...... aww my cousin shes so prettyy.... nicely penned!
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It is my first attempt at a rhyme for kids. I tried to think of what kids know about today. I think they are taught to much about things like this too early.
Thank you for reading and commenting.
Mike
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Nice poem. So soothing and relaxing. It really applies to the stuff that you hear in the news today. It really ifts with current events. I like the way it rhymes too. Good job.
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Thank you very much for reading and commenting on my work. It is much appreciated. I have never attempted to write a nursery rhyme before. I am glad you enjoyed it.
Mike
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How Nice!
Perfect. I love this. It's very nice, and I love
how you said you were going to protect the child
even from the storms, and the hard times.
And how every effort you make is for the Baby.
I really like the title. It's seems very personal. I really like the first line. The last line was very nice and a sweet way to wrap up the poem.
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Thank you very much for reading and commenting on this poem. It is much appreciated. I tried to think of what my own children would be thinking about in such times if they were still small, and what I would say to them. (I have 5).
I am glad you enjoyed it.
Mike
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Mike this is one of your best. I love it! Such a soft, tender read..a perfect lullaby. Great job and best of luck to you.
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I am glad you liked it Linda. I wasn't so sure it was that good. That is why I always say write and post it. Even if you do not like it the best, maybe someone else does like it.
Thank you very much for reading and commenting.
Mike
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This is sweet and tender, reassuring for the child and the parents as well.
I join you in the hope of the final line!
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Thank you very much for reading and commenting on my work. It is much appreciated. I have to admit the opening and closing lines are very close to the lines in a well known lullaby. I am glad you liked it.
Mike
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I can't wait to read this poem.
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It is posted.
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