I know life is cruel, I know how sometimes you lose hope

I know that you would rather be living the moment than working through it

I know you treasure the little things that life

always seems to bless you with

and that most of your days are spent

wishing and hoping life will get better financially

I realize how hard you work in school and at home

And I know sometimes you question

whether all of it will pay off in the long run

you worry more than any child should ever have too

and you protect me like I was the one who needs to be looked after

your wisdom is set far beyond your years

and you’re no stranger to heartbreak

Ive seen it in your tears

people come and go, and make promises they never keep

I know you miss them dearly, every time you ask when will you see them

you don’t deserve half the bullshit that life dished your way

but like your mother you’ve learned to take what’s given and smile anyways…

regardless of what life has in store for us both

I will always love you dearly, and support you and your growth.

<3 Mom     (Will Rivera)