Jason Beatty at four.

Your eyes shine at me. I touch your soft face.

We smile, from deep inside

my fearless, and talented son.

I wonder if you'll know the freedom of your self?

Will you give it to others, saving them?

Are you stronger than ease? Can you be your best?

I cry seeing paths, for pain comes to the strong.

Laugh and play, by beautiful son

tomorrow’s road stands before you.

Believe in your self

for you are, quite possibly

all there is.

Julv7th. 1982