With Pride (For My Son)

In the watery years under the bridge you grew
and though the years 
fairly flew
you never lost your smile


Your paths changed and branched and twisted round
they reached towards the sky
and deep in the ground
where you learned to stand


You found your place amongst your peers
and in the crowd of strangers
your fears
but hope is what you kept


And tomorrow brightens a whole new day
With treasures to find
In your own way
and you carry your years in your heart


So today my son begins journeys new
But with you I shall leave 
I Love You
You carry home wherever you go.


My Son.  
Graduate. 
Burrillville High School Class of 2011


Congratulations.