OBSERVATIONS OF MY THIRTEEN YEAR OLD SON

Where did the time go you were just a little boy 

I've turned around and your not little anymore.

You are tall, dark and handsome, funny and kind 

Your mind is developing, your getting smarter with time

I pull myself back to take a good look at you, 

To witness who you are today and accept you for you. 

This is not an easy task, it's hard for me to let go 

I want to live in the past, keep you little but no

That's not how life works, you continue to change

In spite of myself I must let go and not complain

You have always been my teacher, even when you were a child

But now you are so smart, an intellect, my shinning star

This time in your life is not easy for you

I don't know how to help you so what do I do

I will step back and listen, pay attention to your thoughts

Respect your opinions and honor your heart

I pray you are grounded, don't get caught up in the game, 

Of who is better, has more money, no two people are the same

You be you because your special, I've known all along

It's my honor and my privilege to call you my son.