Wings

For Thomas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How can a mother teach a son

Something she cannot be

The way of a man

 

How can you become more

Appreciative of the world

Of Yourself

Of life…

Of women

 

How can I teach you my son

To love yourself enough

So that you can give your heart

To one that will give you life

 

The time for you to

Find your own path

Is upon us both

Have you found the wings I gave to you?

 

Are you ready to fly?

 

Feel the sun

But don’t get burned my love

Feel joy

But don’t get selfish

Feel Love

But give it in return

Work for what you want

But play hard too

 

I hope you

Stand for what you believe in

Fight for truth and justice

Lead with an open mind

Listen… really listen

 

Take nothing for granted boy

Your life is only beginning

Don’t be controlled by worldly things

Like money, sex or substance

 

Find yourself in nature

Love literature, and education

Learn always

 

Are you ready to fly?

 

Speak with care

Measure your steps

Your destination is great

The way of a man

Reviews

[emmajoy]

Such beautiful thoughts, such logical words and all wrapped into a superb piece of writing, full of love and heart.

'Are you ready to fly? ~~ Speak with care ~~ Measure your steps ~~ Your destination is great ~~ The way of a man ' . Wonderful.

[Fabian G. Franklin]

I just loved this...wonderful advice from a mother to a son. I was reminded of one of my favorite poems (If) by Rudyard Kipling...I have it framed with a picture of my own mother because I think it is the same advice that she gave me in becoming a man. My father was a rough and ready character but he was also intelligent and fun loving. His father was stern, sour and abusive...a man who inforced his will by the "spare the rod and spoil the child" rule of thumb. I don't think his father EVER played at anything. But dad would make us toys, play ball and tag, fly kites with us...etc. Looking back I see how he strived so hard to be a better parent than his own dad. Of course...I'm the best dad in the world! lol My daughter says so anyway. lol Great piece, thoroughly enjoyed.

[Matthew Kult]

I think this is a very touching right, A life as a single mother is one with many ups and downs. How does she teach the value to be a man to her son and still show him the gentleness only a mother can. It's a hard road.

With Love,

Jaidyn

[Liza]

this is so insightful
a mother can only love and accept
her children are her extensions but not her copies
no matter the gender
well said

[Robin]

inspiration that anyone can benefit from ~ beautiful

[NoneOfYourBusiness akaK..]

a stunning poem of depth~ a mother's prayer for her son ~inspiration~ beautiful golden bricks laid gently on a path of suggestion for living life to full potential within and through the world~