I remember the moment
I read the news
That you were on your way
Excited words
Typed by trembling hands
And read by smiling eyes
I remember watching
Over the following months
While they prepared
Your world
A safe nest for you to land
Eager for your arrival
I remember inspiration
They gave me
Struggling against great odds
Climbing mountains together
Always holding to each other
When each other was all they had
To hold on to
I remember small scares
You gave them
And their relief when you were ok
I'm sure you'll repeat the performance
Countless times and they'll
Fuss and hug you and behind your back
be thanking God that you're just fine
As you go through life
Growing in body and mind
Becoming a boy
And one day a man
Always look to them for guidance
Always trust what they already know
They accept the adventure
Of loving and nurturing you
With joy and gratefulness
Considering it a blessing
And thankful to have been
Chosen for the task
They both understand
The word Loyalty
And everything that it requires
They both know the cost
Of being a friend
And each pay it without reservation
I know this to be be true
Because they've shown it to me
And countless others
Who'll knowingly smile
When they remember the times
They too were counted as a friend
So welcome to this amazing world
Let it be filled with watching them
And learning how to be a man
Always know that because of them
You have inherited a whole world
Of friends you don't even know
Absolutely beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteI had to read it again... and cried. Thank you, Adam. He's such a sweet baby, we are so blessed.
ReplyDeleteLoretta,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that Peanut is doing well. This piece is my gift to you guys.
Thank you for the kind words and for being one of the 2 people that inspired the writing. Every word is true. You and Roger have defied the odds and are 2 very wonderful people.
Thank you for being my friend.
God Bless you and keep you.
Merry Christmas!
~Adam