To the Son in Me

I was once like you
Shiny, happy and new
The world in front of me
Places to visit, things to do

Don’t rush to get there
Your day will come
This life is happiness, freedom and fun
Enjoy your childhood, you only get one

Run in the fields, swim in the pool
Make many friends, do well in school
Stay out of danger, be wise and shrewd
Show kindness to others, never be rude

And if darkness comes, be brave and strong
Don’t be fooled by his words it’s part of the charm
To lure you in to his lion’s den
Where all alone the harm will begin

It will hide behind a mask
Like an actor on stage
Singing words of promises, pleasure, and praise
But stare into its eyes and you will see
Emptiness and rage, a life of disgrace

When in need
Know that I am here
Do not be ashamed or embarrassed
Do not have any fear

I will not pass judgment
No aim to punish or to scold
Instead to listen
To guide and to hold

I am your father
This is my job
Your life is my life
And this, I will never allow anyone to rob

For in you I see me
Within me there is you
Inseparable, forever one
Like father and son