Mommy
will I ever grow up
and be like the man on TV
strong, tough, confident
and be respected by many
and will give back to his
community
"Yes child,
when you grow up"
Mommy
will there ever be a time
when I get big, go to college
and own a business
and employ my brothers and sisters
to help many others and help them
be happy and enjoy life
to buy you that dream house
you always wanted
"Yes child
when you grow up"
Mommy
will I ever grow
and someday meet
the girl of my dreams
who I will love, respect
and keep her secure
for all my days and nights
when we share our vows
cloaked in florals,
black and white
till death do us part
"Yes child
when you grow up"
Mommy,
will there be a day
where we can wake up
and know who we are
and will shine like the sun
as individuals
and in harmony
not in fear, but in love
the way God intended
"My child,
I believe you've grown."