To Jim

As you walk on and I tag along I see dignity in your Every step You accept life’s challenges With calm poise with no need To deliver upset You speak with people from only your truths And deepest love in your heart You inspire them to look from within When life’s tragedies commence to start I wander life’s roads with trepidation And woes of what the future May hold I am just a child stumbling along Fearful, quivering and cold I don’t ask That you complete my tasks And unravel my confusion within I would be so grateful For just a moment If you could show me Where to begin