Always WillOnly son so far,

You're far too far from meOver one cold seaPlaying on your Wii

And I am bronzing by the pool(An english, tanning-fool)

Having so much funBut thinking of my son

I was once a boy like youLooking up at dad

Worshipping his every wordA sweet and happy lad

But now I am a fatherTo you my heaven-sent

And you're the flying arrowWhile I'm the bow that's bent

My happiness is greater nowMy love is far more true

It's better as a fatherThan as a son like you

And I'm away and that is fine -Your mum will love you well

But you are always on my mindAs these words seek to tell

I love you so much (arms out wide)Yes you have made my life.

My days are served up now in spoonsThat once came on a knife

You haven't had a brand-new bikeFrom me or private schools

But you have always known you're lovedBy kisses, hugs and rules.

I love you, William, so so muchAnd wish for you the best

I'll share with you my every wormUntil you leave our nest

And then you'll fly, if I have doneMy work just as I should

And live a life that's brave and strongAnd honourable and good

And as you fly remember these Two lines the grave until:

I love you now with all my heartAnd always, always Will.

copyright © 2010 Dustin Brooks