Goodbye, Son
I heard mourning doves cry
when I said goodbye
when I last held you in my arms
You were at last five pounds
my heart sank to the ground
as I gave you to your new mother
Now I am at rest
Knowing what I did was best
One day you will thank me for my decision
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