For my LIAM

As you turn 20,
In a land far from home
I wish I could protect you
No matter where you roam.

“You are my sunshine “
I sang this to you when you were born
I meant every word and….
You have shone through every single storm.

I know your worth,
probably more than you do
Your heart is tender and oh so very true

Its such a revelation
to see you step into your own
To watch you unfold life with an eagerness and a willingness…..
to take it ALL on.

To take the good with the bad
With wisdom beyond your years
To learn to love yourself unconditionally,
Through laughter and through tears

Its a strange thing…this mommy thing
As YOU grow…..
MY heart grows …
In love, in kindness
In compassion, tolerance
In patience, in understanding
In ways that my mind would’nt know

Happy 20th Birthday my baby
I wish for you everything
You wish for yourself, this year.
I love you to the moon and back
So never you fear !

Love
Mommy