Momservation: A man loves his sweetheart the most, his wife the best, but his mother the longest. ~Irish Proverb
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Sixteen years ago you came into this world
When nights were long and crisp days short
With kaleidoscope leaves blowing
And jack-o-lanterns on the porch
A head full of dark brown hair
Eyes like your daddy so warm and blue
My heart left my body
I gave it forever to you
I sang you songs and told you stories
I played with you and held you tight
I showed you the world throughout the day
I’d watch you sleep throughout the night
I was your best friend
And hand-in-hand you were mine
You couldn’t imagine it any other way
I cherished this precious time
Your world enlarged over the years
While our adventures together grew
Even as you expanded your horizons
I was still the best girl you knew
I dried your tears I cheered you on
I watched you spread your wings
I gave you encouragement I gave you support
I gave you everything unconditional love brings
Soon the swings fell still
The toy cars forever parked in a line
The call of “Mommy” left on a breeze
Your heart no longer solely mine
No more snuggles no more kisses
Your friends became your first priority
Off on your own adventures
Less and less of you I’d see
Now here we are you’re taller than me
“Mom” spoken in deep baritone
So proud of the young man you’ve become
So amazed at how quick you’ve grown
Each day with you for 16 years
Has been a gift from God above
Never could I have imagined until you came
Such a profound and unyielding love
We’ve laughed and played and snuggled and loved
We’ve enjoyed the journey hand-in-hand
Even though I’m not sure I’m ready
It’s time to let you become your own man
