~ To my son JJ
When you walked through that door of mystery
You held up your head and took a deep breath
This day would be a change from a life of consistency
Your face was calm, though you were scared to death
I thought you were very brave
Your hand in mine as we entered the room
To give you courage I smiled, you were so strong
I knew this time would come, but not this soon
At that moment I knew this is where you belong
And I thought you were very brave
You’ve been my co-pilot, nick-named the Bug
As your flight curved east into the sunrise
You let go of my hand and gave me a hug
The first day of Kindergarten every mother cries,
But I thought you were very brave