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Legacy of Love: A Letter to my Manchild Dear Son, You deserve the very best That life has to offer you. I only hope that I was able to give You at least a significant portion of that. Oftentimes I can't even begin to tell you How much that I love you. I loved you while you were still growing Inside my womb, moving, kicking and Letting the outside world know that you were here. Before you were even conceived I loved you and I imagined your bold, Brilliant and beautiful face. I know that young men seldom refer to Themselves as beautiful-- Somehow society has identified this Quality as feminine. But the beauty that I see is far beyond the Outward appearance, Although your tall stature and radiant eyes Is a sight for anyone to bask in. As I gaze into your eyes, my son, I see the beauty of your strength, Courage, and determination. When I look at you my heart is overjoyed and Touched with a hint of sorrow all at once. I am happy because I know that you have The potential for greatness to change this world And make it a better place-- To reach your destiny. I sometimes feel sad because I wonder if you will be able to endure The pains and pitfalls of life. But I realize that without the trying times You could never grow to reach your fullest potential, So I don't worry about you Because I know that you will take hold of that inner strength Which compels you to stand up and be strong. Son, I continue to want the best for you. I don't have fame, glory or riches but I do have something more precious than Money could ever buy. I give to you the true wealth of this land-- A legacy of love that has been with you From your very existence. "Now abideth faith, hope, love, these three; But the greatest of these is love." While there is breath in my body, I give you my faith; I give you my hope, And I give you my heart, That is flooded with love for you my son. Love, not because of what you've done Or what you've given me but Love for who you are. I am proud of the man that you've become And the principles which you've embraced. I know that at times you've needed A man's guidance and hand in your life But all things happen for a reason. Throughout the years I've prayed for our Creator To give me the strength and wisdom To instill those principles and values into you. I have given my all. So son, as you continue to Mature, grow stronger And face the world head on-- Know that there isn't anything that you can't achieve The only thing that you can't do in this world Is Quit. With a foundation built upon love You can conquer any battle, Withstand any storm, And soar above any mountain And the world will be a better place because You have passed by this way. © Copyright Annie Ruth