I hope this doesn't seem mawkish.
For Our Sons
Although we may not say it
We both love you very much
We’d hate it if you went away
And didn’t keep in touch
We haven’t had an easy life
But we’ve done our very best
To keep you warm, secure, well fed
And of course, well dressed
We didn’t always get it right
As we are all aware
There’ve been many disagreements
But don’t ever doubt we care
It’s hard to be a good parent
We learnt as we went along
But with our love and guidance
You know what’s right and wrong
Steve, first born, a complex lad
So solitary, quiet and shy
You were a late developer
And changed as time went by
Ian, you were a contented child
You’d happily play all day
Crayons, paper and Lego bricks
Would keep any tantrums at bay
So, my boys, I wish to say
We’re proud of both of you
We’ll give our loving encouragement
In whatever you go on to do
By J M Churchill (Mum)