NEGOTIATE

Neighbours at odds and not getting along,
That’s being weak, not being strong.
Both think they’re right, when they both may be wrong,
They have to put their disputes behind them, where they belong.
If they have to, they can settle the argument in court,
But that should always be a last resort.
Negotiate, give a little, take a little, be a good sport,
Don’t always fight with your neighbours, life is too short.
If you need some ideas, I can give you a few,
Have a house party or a backyard barbecue.
There are so many friendly things that neighbours can do,
But make sure that it’s kid friendly for the neighbourhood kids too.
And if the neighbours still need a bit of a nudge,
To give up harping on about that neighbourly grudge,
Freshen up that feeling and get rid of all that negative sludge,
By laughing at the antics of the neighbour’s dog named Pudge.