Big Boys Don'T Cry
Big boys don't cry they say
But that is simply not true
For I have shed a million tears
Since the day that I lost you
It's been a year now since you were called away
I will always remember the sadness of that day
I did what was expected of me
Of a strong and loving son that you wanted me to be
I held up straight and tall
My emotions unseen to all
But my tears flowed free the moment I was alone
To see your loving face once more I would give all that I own
Friends wonder how I'm doing now
As if the pain would disappear somehow
They don't see my grief and despair
But it is always there, seen in my lonely silent stare
With each day that passes the pain ebbs and flows
Comforted by wonderful memories that took a lifetime to sow
I remember your gentle touch
How you loved me so very much
I see your smile, the laughter dancing in your eyes
And I marvel at how swiftly time flies
Looking back to when I was a mere child at your knee
Of all the times you comforted and rescued me
From shadows in the dark, to bullies at the park
Through scrapes and bumps and loves first thumps
Kisses and hugs at graduation
The looks of total adoration
You were always there, taking care of me
Guiding and molding me into the man I would be
All of these memories and so many more
Are forever and ever lovingly stored
They help ease this pain that I feel all the time
Because you are always on my mind
Don't worry Mom, I'll be alright
Soon the darkness will fade leaving only your light
I know you'll be waiting for me up above
Until then I know you'll watch over me with love
So until that day when I am in your arms once more
I will treasure all the memories that I have stored
So I will say so long, for it's not truly goodbye
For you are always alive deep in my mind's eye
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