We are loved by you
and this we know is true.

Every shoe you helped us tie
every homework paper you made sure was done
every pillow fight we almost won
every bedtime
you took the time
before turning out the light
to kiss us
and hug us
and tell us good night.

All the times you told us to
eat all our vegetables
no snacks before meals
go to bed on time
don't lie, cheat or steal
be nice to yours sisters
don't torment the cats
your toys, shoes and clothes
are not meant to be floor mats
so pick them up
off the floor
and when you leave to go outside
DON’T SLAM THE
door....

It's Love, not blood that define the ties that bind a family.
You are half of us and we are half of you.
Because you are loved by us
and we are loved by you.