I hugged him as a boy. And through the years he has become My greatest pride and joy. I love him more than I can say, His life more precious than my own. But gone are the whims and notions Of the little boy that I have known. For the years have passed so quickly Since the time it all began, And now he stands before me With the convictions of a man. He wants to serve his country He states aloud with pride, As I try to sort out the emotions That I'm feeling deep inside. A union of the uncertain fear, Which I cannot control, And the allegiance that lies deep within My patriotic soul. I trust that my years of guidance Will serve as a strong foundation As he perfoms the duties requested From his beloved nation. God, please guide him as he travels To the places our Military have bled, And walk with him through pathways where those heroes' feet have tread. Oh, Sweet Land of Liberty, Humbly I give you my son, Praying you'll return him safely home When his work for you is done.
that gave me the shivers, can you imagine how many millions, even billions of moms have felt that way
My son & I may have different opinions on war & politics but he's still my pride & joy steffan...what part of Oregon are you in? My son worked for Northwest Youth Corps for a few yrs...there main office is in Eugene...but they sent him all over OR and up into WA & even ID for a few weeks.
i just can't imagine. my wee one is only 3 and i just wonder what her life will bring, what heartaches that i will experience due to her choices...what pride i will feel because of who she becomes. being a mom....tough job, esp when your opinions waver from that of your childs...but at least you are giving him the support. you are beautiful mama...and your son is doing what he feels he needs to....you have done a good job if he is following his convictions, i would think. i cant get both of your pictures at once, on my screen, but it looks like he has your eyes...if its not the shape, it is definately the intensity
