You cradled me in your arms,
Kiss me on my forehead,
Say the word I love you in my ears,
Then hug me while we’re both lying in bed.

You never leave me alone.
Instead, you lead me on my way home.
You are my inspiration.
That was never afraid to face your true form.

Decades passed, changes are too many.
Attitudes of others, truly a malady.
But your gift of love never becomes an envy.
You are the one who nurtured me, loved me completely.