My little boy

how you did grow

I feel like they just

placed you in my arms

and now they say

I need to let go

It's not an enough time

Five years you were mine

Now I'm told I have to share

How do I know

that they care?

Will they see how special you are?

How brave and

creative by far?

Will they appreciate

all you can be

How funny

How awesome

I hope that they see

As I drop you off

And wave good-bye

There will be a tear in my eye

for the baby who's now grown

Who has something to prove

to be on his own

Who will make new friends

And learn new things

of which I can't share

Because I can't be there

I'll count the minutes

the hours

I'll be fine

Waiting at home

for your return

reminiscing about

What once was mine.

>>>> I am heart broken today. I know this is a rite of passage but it's one I wish I could skip over. I know it's only the beginning. I know he'll be fine but oh how will miss the days he was all mine.