Nepotism of Friendship

It's much harder to hear
Than it is to defend
That your own child dear
Is not simply your friend
Friendship nepotism
Is heartache without end
When I was a child
I was ignorant then
The ignorant and wild
Do not make a gentle friend
Teamwork, respect and wit
A visionary grit
A soft shoulder for tears
Grounded minds dampen fears
Kids are easy to love
But as for getting along
Not hand-in-glove
Some are the exception
They know who they are
Obviously gentle children
Who act with great care