An Ode to My Parents
Captain Mike and Nurse Nancy
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| My loving, supportive parents |
Humble and full of "honey, did you..?"
or "honey, can you...?"
those parents of mine
They sometimes work, and often play
play: hop on a plane and let's travel somewhere today!
As parents of two strong, smart and silly daughters
that live far away
a weekend in Seattle, Denver or New York means eating and drinking
with a local to be sure to mark their way
They taught me to read, play baseball and ride a bike
They checked my homework and made sure I had something to eat
I learned discipline, hard work and hope
They showed me the world
and trust me to make it a better place
Every dream was pursued
Every wish could become real
My work ethic, my drive are truly thanks to them
Dad helps, coaches and lets out big laughs with a smile
Mom sets the bar high and believes with a steadfast faith
I teach because they instilled in me courage
and encouraged me to lead
to set my own path and
follow my dreams
I earned my wings at just a few months old
no matter where I land or where I live
you are always there
I don't say this lightly,
in name, in mind and forever
in my heart
