Future child,

just know that i love you.

this world has a lot of twists and turns

but my hand in yours is soft and firm.

dust yourself off, you aren't done

you have a long way to go before you've won.

It is normal, you'll learn soon

that things might not always be in tune.

just know that i'm here for you.

life doesn't get easier; you get better

nothing but strength for the avid go-getter

strength is built with each day's passing

past the monster of darkness with its jaws gnashing

you will rise and i'll be by your side

hand in hand with a valient stride

just know that you are strong.

as mom said, you aren't fragile

only strength in your bodily castle

love others with everything you got

to all the people the world seemingly forgot

the world can be dark, but you can be a light

society is dim, but you can bring daylight.

just know that i love you,

mom