College Bound Out Of The Nest

We walk at the edge,

on the road

of hopes and dreams,

the past holding the present

hand in hand.

The now reaching,

stretching to tomorrow.

Threads woven into a rich tapestry

of small moments magnified,

wisdom and simplicity,

our story,

our life.

Your wide eyes dancing as an infant,

your mischievous laughter as a toddler,

your defining steps as a man.

Loud noises quiet down in my head,

my sadness softens

from the expectations and desires

of all your tomorrows.

Tides and time go on,

they wait for no one. 

All I wish is for you to

soak it all in and

chase your dreams,

climb to meet them 

and create your vision.   

As you walk your path

you will never be alone.

Know that you are loved,

know that you are cherished.