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If your tribe really got on your t*** over the recent hols, then don’t worry! Take comfort from the ditty below, courtesy of Sarah Diplock (and slightly adapted by me!)
No matter how awful families can be at times, we really do love them, warts and all!!
“Some families are big,
Some families are small,
But no matter the size,
It’s the same for them all.
Families have dads who frown and say,
We didn’t do things like that – not in my day!
That shirt’s rather bright,
That skirt’s far too tight,
Now tell me again, where is it you’re going tonight?
Families have mums who flap and fuss,
Hurry up and get out now, or you’ll miss the bus!
Straighten your tie and tidy your hair,
Are you sure those big earrings are what you can wear?
Families have brothers who joke and who tease,
And when you’re not looking, will give you a squeeze.
They think they’re much bigger and better than you,
Even when they’re younger and know far less than you do!
Families have sisters who share all their things,
Your bedroom, your records, your bracelets and rings.
They use all your perfume and ladder your tights,
Then keep you awake, playing music all night!
But the family we call Universe is where we all belong,
Supporting us in trouble when things have gone wrong,
It shares in our gladness, our sadness and fears,
It loves us and takes care of us through all of our years.”