My nephew's 18th Birthday gift... from me

“A Fine Young Man”
The man that you have grown to be…

You started out in our arms…
...Now, you can hold us up with your strength

You started out by filling our hearts…
...And now, your heart has embrace the world

You started out with your first baby steps…
...Now, you are running forward with a zest for life

You started out understanding our words…
...And now, you are a young man with words of your own

You started out with your first words…
...Now, you have thoughts and opinions for us to hear

You started out needing your hand held…
...And now, you are grabbing hands and taking the lead

You started out learning in school…
...Now, you teach those around you with your knowledge.

You started out needing us to watch over you…
...And now, you have your own vision

You started out with our protection...
...Now, you are able to take others under your wings

You started out with the need of our guidance…
...And now, you are following your own direction

You started out asking for advice…
...Now, you are being sought after to give your insight to others

You started out in kindergarten…
...And now, you are graduating high school

You started out with your destiny in question…
...Now, you are on your own path to face your destiny