Child of Mine

Drake

Give me a place where the sun shines

everyday I'm alive

Where the darkness never finds me

and I can always thrive

 

Give me a world that loves me

recognizing my gifts

A rocky road that's rewarding

where I can scale the cliffs

 

Give me a friend that shares with me

the things I am made of

An innocent mind a child’s heart

unconditional love

 

Give to me the tools I will need

to make it in this land

Then build foundations under me

upon which I can stand

 

Give me a place where I belong

one I can come back to

Whenever I have strayed too far

away from me and you

 

Give me a friend who'll guide my steps

so I won't wish to roam

As I'll then share my love with you

in this house we call home

 

Tate

Author's Note

This I believe is Drake's dream for himself and his mother. How I wish he were my own child as well as my friend. What is there to say of this extraordinary young man that I haven't already said? He is the brightest of light in this world. We choose our family as much as we create them. I saw in him the undeniable desire to dream. Because he is so like me. A mind that wanders the wonders of life at will. I wish you well Drake. May the quest for your hearts desires not be too easy. But instead be fulfilling and rich.
My friend Drake.

This poem consists of a classic A.B.C.B. quatrain rhyme scheme. where the last word of the 2nd and 4th lines rhyme. Along with that I used 8 syllables in each 1st and 3rd line.Followed by 6 syllables in each 2nd and 4th line.

Reviews

[emmajoy]

What a wonderful tribute, Tate .. that young man is obviously very special and a friend for life, God willing. I don't have children, YET, but i know from family and friends how special youngsters are, how adults can see the world renewed by merely walking or listening to them. You're a very lucky man to know Drake and he's fortunate to have you write such a wonderful poem about and for him.

[SINDE]

This is a great piece. Hope Drake gets to read it. I would die for such a tribute from my father. Inspiring! Hope Drake will always see you as you see him.

[Valentine]

Love the piece and the line..."build foundations under me..." so many parents fail to do this part which is esential for a childs growth..he is very lucky to have you as a friend and mentor..lol and God bless..Kathie ]my lol means lots of love...not the other rubbish.'

[WhiteWillow]

Children can teach adults so much...I never realized how much I didn't know until I had my own. Whether they are your blood, or just a part of your lives, the love they give changes you forever.

[Philip Smith]

Damn well done. Makes me feel almost like he is part of my life too.

[EMF]

A wonderful story Mate. A marvellous tribute and with such skill and decterity.... Superb

[Irfan Bashir Shah]

A wonderful tribute and an even more wonderful poem..... You sure intrigue me......

[Susanna F]

Absolutely beautiful, and just what every parent wants for their children. Hard to believe this isn't about your own child! What a compassionate person you must be. The rhyme scheme and structure are perfect, reflecting the determination of a new life, and the directness of a child's mind.

[Mary C]

Nice effort. A very touching tribute. I'm not particularly fussy of the write as far as format goes, however.

[rosemary keogh]

Beautiful poem tate. Just shows how much of a loving father you are. Ur son is lucky to have you.

[Chris Yip]

Wonderful poem with near perfect rhyming and touching also. One for the library and to keep in one's heart & mind. Flows so effortlessly and reads so easily but certainly not easy to write. Takes quite a bit of effort with the syllables and rhyming while keeping it artistic and coming out naturally. A real gift you have Dear Poet!