Sorry lady...

My apology to the lady at the store, 

who thought I 

should discipline my child 

her way.

I'm sorry lady that I didn't spank my son,
 like you thought I should.

I'm sorry that rather then yelling at him,
or even putting him in time-out,

I choose to pull him closer and hold him tight,
and speak softly to him,

as he was on the verge of running off screaming.

I am sorry lady, that you may never understand

why I work with my son this way. 

But, if you would like to chat about it rather
then scold me and tell me what I'm doing wrong -

I would love to educate you 

on why I do not parent my adopted child 

like you think I should
.
Though I sure your way is easier 

for the moment,
I don't believe it will benefit my son.

Yes, my children get time-out
and yes, they do get disciplined -
but believe me there is a time and place
especially with children with
very difficult beginnings.

I'm sure you meant well lady,
but please let me parent my child.

Thank you!