Parting (for Chad)

Parting

My dearest son, my second born

There was a time before thoughts had form

Inside of me you grew, life I helped create

Love and joy mine, I eagerly anticipate

You grew, safe, dependent, next to my heart

But time was complete and we had to part.

You fed at my breast, eyes locked in love

Tiny, trusting, golden-haired gift from above

Quickly you grew, curious, strong,and laughing boy

Always at my side, sharing each new thing, your mother's joy.

Constant companions, each day a new start

But time was complete and we had to part.

Two decades of school, days full of new finds

You grew and developed your body and mind.

Life, invaded youth and perfection

Good times and bad, acceptance and rejection

You grew to a man, still joy of my heart

But time was complete and we had to part.

You charted a course, set out on your own

No longer present, we talked on the phone

Sharing your life, the good and the bad

Sometimes you were happy, sometimes sad.

Living the life that your chose, things fell apart

But that's over now, you have a new start.

Can anything separate a mother's heart from son's?

Is love changed by battles fought or won?

No matter what happens, moms still believe

To their hopes, dreams, and love they always cleave.

I believe in the boy I've held to my heart

God's gift to me, belief and love never will part.

Happy birthday. I love you to eternity.

Mom

Written for Chad on 9/27/2007