Don't promise forever,

if you're saying goodbye tomorrow.

Don't manipulate your words,

to avoid the truth.

Don't tell her you love her,

until you're sure you do.

Don't disrespect her;

you'll have a bounty on your head, and I'll claim the reward.

Don't forget you're young,

and still have a future ahead of you. 

Don't do anything to her,

you wouldn't want done to your daughter.

Don't forget that we still care,

even though we only seem to care about you two together.

Don't forget yourself;

she's just a girl in the end; you're so much more.

Don't forget that I was just in your shoes,

and I'll always give good advice.

Don't forget to hold the door open for her,

and pull out her chair.

Don't forget that meeting her parents is intimidating,

but it shows something brave in you.

Don't forget to brush your teeth,

before a date.

You'll regret that.