My son, My little one…

My son,
My little one…
on your birthday
this is to tell you
look forward to tomorrow
never look back,
regretful of what may have
slipped you by
along the way

The long road before you
may be steep
strewn with rocks & stone
along the way
We have never a doubt
you have in you
the strength, patience
& perseverance
you need to reach
your highest aspirations.

And remember,
your parents have never
ever underestimated
what we have in you
your talent, your music,
your song
your habit of reading
the gentle strength you lend us
your ability to love
your compassion for the
lost & downtrodden
& your kind, considerate nature

I am often sorry
that we have expected
so much from you
wisdom
far beyond your years
which, in all honesty
even we do not possess
For that we can
only say
we are sorry,
bear with us
my little one,
for you are one
incredible son!