Don Nielsen

Close my eyes, I do give thought;
The lessons learned that I've been taught.

Share in kindness, lend an ear;
Be understanding, be sincere.

Compassion show, right from the start;
Share in comfort, use your heart.

Simple things, difference does make;
Smiles are gifts, a true keepsake.

Eyes wide open, something so true;
Just love the time I share with you.

Bracelets and necklaces, neon so bright;
Laughing and playing, not a worry in sight.

Jumping and dancing, the room filled with joy;
Happy are those, each girl and each boy.

Girls chasing boys, they never get caught;
All in the place that they're taught.

Twirling and spinning, smiles will you find;
A room full of energy, each one of a kind.

Parents so proud, reminding them when
They were that age, seven to ten.

Our children we love, the pleasure they bring;
The sound of their voice, hearing them sing.

Hands in the sky, gliding on air;
Finding a friend, fun do they share.

Seeds into flowers, children progress;
The fun that they have, how little they stress.

The way that they play, how soon we forget;
The fun to be had, if only we let.

Lessons to learn from those that we teach;
The sound that it makes when they all screech.

Moments in time, they pass all too quick;
Memories like these are certain to stick.

The smiles on their face, something to see;
Nothing in life so good and so free.

When you are asked and do get a chance,
Never turn down an offer to dance.

Friends you meet along the way
Are some you want to always stay.
There are a few who know just when,
What to say, time and again.
You see in some a special light,
Some that burn so very bright.
You have a style, one that I love;
A gift you are from up above.
The thought that you get torn apart,
A thing that just breaks up my heart.
You should know and feel deep inside,
Whatever happens, I'm at your side.
Please do know and be aware,
You are special, and I care.

Friends like you, on this day,
Make me feel a special way.
Deep within you may find
Thoughts unsaid in your mind.
Hold on tight, and don't let go.
Keep the faith, let it grow.
Of all the people throughout my day,
I wish the best for you, I say.
You, my friend, I want to know.
I feel we met long ago.

Happened today, and in the past;
Sacrifice made, for ours to last.

Wives to widows, families torn;
Gave their lives, for them we mourn.

Gone forever, souls are lost;
Freedom comes, with this cost.

Enjoy the life, they did preserve;
Fate they suffered, did not deserve.

On this day, lest we forget;
To them we owe, our life in debt.