His childhood a carousel
laughter heard round and round
always busy always exploring
excited by new treasures he found
His life carousel music
playfully glee
his soul so very tender
his spirit so free
Bright lights
and bright colors
his potential easy to see
the wonder in his eyes
still fascinates me
His life a carousel horse
strong, steady, and true
miracles, magic moments, & memories
and the day he devoted his life to you
Life's up & down like a carousel
childhood too fast a flow
Did I do everything to prepare him?
Did I teach him all he should know?
Parenting's like a carousel
a ride that at some point must end
where I once lifted him up as a child
he now eagerly jumps down as a friend
Like the pole on that carousel
my instinct to hold him tight
not wanting to let go
not wanting to lose my sunshine, my light
When he walks away from my carousel
embarking on his new Navy-ride
he'll see tears of saddness
behind them a floodgate of pride
My heart ships-off with him
praying happiness abounds
for his faith to stay focused
for his feet to remain firmly planted
(though I'd prefer on the ground!)
Make his enlistment like a carousel
Of Fair Winds and Following Seas
Guide him and protect him...
Guide him and protect him...
Bring my sailor back 'round to me.
Written by Michelle M. Guppy
For his ship-off date to Navy Boot Camp on December 6, 2011
For my Matthew...
Still a silly-hearted boy embarking on a new journey as a serious Navy man.
1 comment:
XXOO My heart is too overwhelmed right now. Godspeed Matt. May his wings protect you. Thank you for serving for this nation. Many will be there for your family while you are temporarily away.
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