Poem For Dwayne Poem by Jenny Santiago

A quarter of a century, the age of twenty five,
Sweet child of mine, here you have now arrived.
Unbelievable - how can this be?
How quickly time pass by, you would agree.

As clear as day I can recall,
Your 16th,18th,21st - I remember them all.
Again I write a story about my boy!
As always it brings both - sadness and joy.

Usually, I would talk about your childhood years,
But, without fail - it brings me to tears.
Today I want to talk about, who you have become,
This poem, just for you, from your loving mum.

Gentle, considerate, helpful, sympathetic and kind, describes your heart.
Qualities that will forever set you apart.
Spontaneous, happy, bright, full of life - whole,
Describes your beautiful soul!

So handsome and also smart,
Reminding me of a fine work of art -
This my boy, this is all you!
Believe me, it's not just my view.

Gratification flows through my every vain.
An honorable man! This is my son Dwayne.
Part of me, forever you will be,
That's how you know when I need a cup of tea.

My child, today the only advise I can give to you -
To yourself, always be true.
Remember no matter, where you may go,
This mother of yours loves you so.