I wrote this poem for my first born Son while he was still in High School (now 38 yrs old):
(He turned it in without my knowledge for his English assignment....typical Mikie)

SON

One Duck alone upon the lake,

Defiant from the flock...

A tough road you'll take-

Stubborn and unchanging as the rock.

What future is there to behold,

As you weather all the storms alone...

You could have help-while growing old-

If only self-discipline and obedience you'd shown,

TO THE LEADER OF THE FLOCK!

Then prior to Mike going on his Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, I revised the poem and gave him this:

SON

Now an eagle, proud and free,

Soaring high to a greater height...

Strong and wise for all to see-

Having chosen to follow Christ's Light.

A Positive future you will behold,

When storms arise, You'll not be alone...

The Lord on your side as you grow old-

Because Self Discipline and Obedience You've shown.

Thanks for choosing the Right...

Now you're a Leader in God's Sight!