Sunday, October 10, 2010

For my Son-At 20

At 20

Funny thing, I started writing today

A free verse letter to my son

Finally, I know what to say

He creates my inspiration

And stimulates my imagination

It’s innate, his own special way

 

He is 20 years old and ahead of the game

But wonders what the world has in store

I’m 45 and doing the same

When he gets a little, he always wants more

He’ll do just fine, he’ll make his name

Like an eagle I know he will soar

 

His journey’s just started

From our house he departed

He has actually turned 21

Now don’t get out smarted

And don’t be retarded

I keep my eye on my only son

I know he’s cool headed and always strong hearted

But it’s over when the damage is done

 

I’ve been proud of his choices

And the opinions he voices

Did I mention? He plays the drums

He’s a scholar a worker and surely no shirker

And he does not hang out with bums

I even like all of his chums

 

  Norman R. Mc Arthur

 

 

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