Ode to Ashton – Now Eighteen

My little boy has grown so strong

I can’t believe its been this long

Since he raised his tiny head

And gazed at me in the hospital bed.

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I held you tight against my chest

And promised to always do my best

To give you all you’d ever need

And make sure you would succeed.

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You always wanted to help mum out

Around the house or out and about

And that was merely just the start

To seeing the size of my little boy’s heart.

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I can’t believe how fast you’ve grown

And even though I’ve always known

How smart and strong and extra kind

You have become heart, soul and mind.

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We’ve had so many ups and downs

But you’ve always kept me on solid ground

You are so much more than a bundle of joy

You’re my giggly, gorgeous, mischievous little boy.