With Dignity and Respect

Anton walked past the schoolyard Where basketball, years ago, was the everyday norm. But, all had changed in this poor boy’s life To the point that things won’t be the same. He, now, maintains this school And accepts the insolence of the Students as they sneer at him Because once, he had a shot. He was a good student and athlete, The road looked like it was paved in gold. He met this girl that would change his life. They dated 3 months when she said That she was pregnant and he, Yes he, was the only one. Anton was raised with dignity and respect And knew no other road to take Except the road of responsibility. Now, at 19, this baby in the world Has a baby to take care of, to raise. Anton, has proven himself to be a man, a man willing to accept and endure. No greater man ever existed. He’s raising his child with dignity and respect With his dreams being That one day his son doesn’t Make the same mistakes he’s made.