Submitted By: Kifayah Abdul-Quadri

Outsmart me
As you read and learn

Amuse me
As you laugh and play

Thrill me
As you work and talk

Surprise me
As you swot to succeed

Annoy me
As you prove stubborn

Disappoint me
As you refuse taking a step

Love me
From the warmth of the womb

Cuddle me
When you are shy or afraid

Run to me
When you need a friend to trust

Stay with me
When you long to be loved.

© Kifayah Abdul-Quadri, 2002