MICHAEL

MICHAEL


Michael my son
Sensitive one
A miracle indeed

You slipped away
One sunny day
But refused to concede

We had some fun
In the Florida sun
We met when you were young

A family
We came to be
Despite my arrogant tongue

The beauty of Daytona
Our magic time to teach
Catching sharks, boogie boards
Crab nets at the beach

I never meant to hurt you
The night I lost my mind
Pills and booze took over
My words flew out maligned

Today I am a new man
My past has set me free
I learned to face my demons
Through sober eyes I see

With pride and joy I’ve watched you
As you’ve grown to be a man
Fondly clutching our memories
As only a parent can

I have always loved you
Just wanted you to know
You have touched my life in many ways
I am with you as you go


Love Always,

Bill
3-3-05
(c) 2005 Bill Grimes Jr.