As the cartoons played
behind the loss of innocence
a sacrifice of youth
born a love so intense
A gift was given
you unto me
and me unto you
a start of a family
Together as children
we head out to see
a path untraveled
riddled with uncertainty
Hand in hand
a mother and her son
Smiles and scars
we shared as one
Now as life
has spread us apart
you remain
always in my heart
These words I write
will never suffice
for the life you gave
through your sacrifice
A simple phrase
will always be true
with all my heart
I love you