The Guardians

The people that gave me life

I choose to celebrate your life

I haven't been open so often

But ride along, recite this poem.

From the first tear that I shed

To the very first fear I ever had

You would heal me from inside

With every simple word you said,

For every kind of bill you paid

Every type of brick that was laid

Every bed of mine that you laid

Being like my personal maid

I sincerely and fully appreciate.

All effort of the two of you

Puts a honest smile on my face,

At times agile and on my case

I belittled you and frowned my face

But you modeled me into this vase

You amended and gave me a base

You helped me find dreams to chase

And you prepared me to win my race

Taught me how to tie my shoelace

Loved for me to feel your embrace

Fought for me to deserve a place

Prayed for me to always be blessed

Organized me and what I messed

Talked to me and taught me lessons

Sought for me to always blossom

Loved me with care and affection

Looked out for me with protection

Did a lot that I may not mention

Sometimes I never paid attention.

We never grew up in a mansion

But we grew with your provision

Grooming us as your obligation

With everything in consideration

Held us onto a strong connection

We always fought for your attention

Asking you every single question

You answered and gave correction.

Overwhelming care so foundational

Astonishing love that's unseasonal

Overflowing blessings unconditional

Amazing compassion so exceptional

Parenting with intention so personal

Guiding us with intuition so original

Portraying roles that are instrumental

Preparing a child for a world abnormal