Terry

From the very first day that I held you near

That caring soul was already clear

We lived and we worked, side by side we would stand

Building businesses together with a vision at hand

In the harmony of home, laying plans for the years

You always knew how to calm all my fears

Oh Terry, I love the man you have become

A fierce, loyal protector and a beautiful son

Gentle and wise, with a love running deep

You sacrifice your comfort for the promises you keep

You give me such strength when the shadows grow long

In the richness of your character, you keep our family strong

You always had a spark to go out and explore

Finding new adventures on a distant shore

Traveling the world with a spirit so free

Adding to the wisdom that you share with me

But no matter how far your journey would roam

Your compass always pointed right back to your home

Oh Terry, I love the man you have become

A fierce, loyal protector and a beautiful son

Gentle and wise, with a love running deep

You sacrifice your comfort for the promises you keep

You give me such strength when the shadows grow long

In the richness of your character, you keep our family strong

You teach your adult children all the skills they need to know

Giving up your own ease just to watch them grow

With Rocky the Staffy walking right by your side

I watch the joy you share with a mother's quiet pride

Now the years have moved on, and I'm in my older age

But you're right here beside me as I turn a new page

You make sure I'm cared for, you bring me what I need

A gentle soul in word, and a loving heart in deed

I appreciate you, Terry, with all of my heart

For the light that you carry and the grace you impart

Oh Terry, I love the man you have become

A fierce, loyal protector and a beautiful son

Gentle and wise, with a love running deep

You sacrifice your comfort for the promises you keep

You give me such strength when the shadows grow long

In the richness of your character, you keep our family strong