One Moon

“Mommy, I miss you when I'm not here.” “Oh I miss you too Hun, You have no idea But don't you be sad while we are apart We’re always together, home is in the heart. When we're not together look up at the sky The moon you see there Is the same one as I.” “Mommy it is ? How do you know?” “We share the same sky, Sweet, where ever you go. There's only one moon in that sky up above when you miss me look up, Its filled with my love.” That child now is grown, A young man tall and strong I hope I did well, maybe a thing or two wrong. Tonight's the last night I will still have a boy For tomorrow he flies. My pride and joy. Talking and laughing Precious time we did share. Just being together, so glad I was there. The time flew too quickly Just it wasn’t enough. The moment closed in, It was going to be tough. “Mom, I have to report now.” “Yes son,I know. I’ll miss you so much.” So hard to let go. A hug like no other, both held on for so long. So much pride in my son, now its time to be strong. Staying true to his choices and knowing they’re right. Tomorrow’s the day, a new chapter, new life. The morning did come as it does everyday But this one is different, he’s leaving today. We hugged long and hard, not a single dry eye. He was called to the plane, the hardest good bye. I turned one last time and I gave him a smile Didn’t know when I’d see him, would be quite awhile. Made my way through the airport with tears flowing free Felt both sadness and pride inside of me. Weeks passed, not a word How tough that was. Wondering, worrying, that’s what a mom does. I knew in my heart that he was alright, and that moon helped me through many a night. Then today came a letter, the very first one. Couldn't wait to read it, Hear all the things he had done. Said he had his head shaved Got his boots, uniform, a gun Push ups and running He was tired, sore when each day was done. He's proud though and happy, good with his choice. Miss him so much- His smile and his voice. At the end of that letter Hard to read through my tears- PS “I looked at the moon” He remembered, all these years.