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anwaarhassan
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0 posted 2004-07-20 02:08 AM


Growing Up

We remember well that first cry
Of our big bouncing baby boy;
We smiled, we held hands…your Mom and I,
As we wept together tears of joy.

Such a wondrous miracle to behold,
God’s perfection in every  way,
Privileged we were, ourselves we told
How could we ever forget that day.

Twelve years of precious life
Gone by in the blink of an eye,
As we watch our baby, grow and thrive
Into a ‘Gentle Giant’ as each year goes by.

The onset of the teenage years,
May sometimes mar our joy;
And at times we are beset with fears
Of what will become of our baby boy.

We hope that memory will always steer,
Towards what is right and just;
And if all else fails, then we are near,
To be your guide, if we must.

As you venture into the unknown,
Take your steps with measured gain;
Rise to your feet if you are thrown,
Know that with joy there will be pain.

Be not proud but be the pride
Of those who count on you,
Be the legend that travels far and wide,  
Because the legacy rings true.

We wish you well, in your strife;
Remember, we’ll remain forever true
To the miracle that once blessed our life;
We’ll always…always be there for you!


© Copyright 2004 Anwaar N. Hassan - All Rights Reserved
iliana
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1 posted 2004-07-20 02:22 AM


anwaarhassan -- this was an outstanding poem.  I would like to save it in my library and print it out to give to my son.  Those growing up (teen) years do present their challenges to us (I am still growing up, too, even though I'm way past that -- sometimes, my son teaches me! hehehe) and you sound like a wonderful father.  Best wishes for you and your son........jo
anwaarhassan
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2 posted 2004-07-20 02:27 AM


Illiana,
Thank you. We are all, I believe, always in the process of growing up. New ways to grow because of new challenges that we face and mostly because of our kids. Glad you enjoyed the poem !!


iliana
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3 posted 2004-07-20 02:30 AM


I truly did, Anwaar!  Waiting for more of yours....you're such a gifted writer.  
anwaarhassan
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4 posted 2004-07-20 02:33 AM


It is always a privelege to be called gifted by someone who is "truely" gifted.  Thank you!!

passing shadows
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5 posted 2004-07-20 04:56 AM


just beautiful!
Toerag
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6 posted 2004-07-20 08:09 AM


The days are long and the years are short when we think of our kids now grown...this is an outstanding write sir...and any of us with grown kids can relate...very well done
Sunshine
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7 posted 2004-07-20 08:54 AM


This is as well said for a son, as it is for a daughter.  I am blessed with sons-in-law...very blessed indeed.  Thank you for this gift, Sir.
LeeJ
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8 posted 2004-07-20 08:58 AM


As you venture into the unknown,
Take your steps with measured gain;
Rise to your feet if you are thrown,
Know that with joy there will be pain.

tremendous words of love
and a gift of sheer beauty

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