Listen close, dear child tonight
This truth is meant for you
My voice will guide you in love and light
The prayer I cried came true

The world for me was without sound
The struggle tore me apart
All of that was turned around
By the rhythm of your beating heart

I dreamed you’d grow with steady feet,
With kindness in your stride,
That even strangers you would meet
Would feel God’s love inside.

As you learned to walk and talk
I watched with clarity
You light up rooms where hope was blocked,
Showing what love should be.

You help without a second thought,
You fight through every storm
The love you spread cannot be taught
God took His time and shaped your form.

Now you shine just like a star
With every swing of the bat
I bask in awe of who you are
I couldn’t be prouder of that.

Even other parents stop and say,
“There’s something about that boy.”
They see the light you give away,
The source behind your joy.

My son, if this is just the start,
What beauty lies ahead?
Your journey has touched so many hearts,
With every word you’ve said.

So I’ll keep praying as you grow,
it’s the truest place to start.
With every breath, I hope you know
My whole world lives inside your heart.