-The Cycle of Love Between Father and Son-

Put your hand in mine my son said the youn man to his newborn son. Let me hold it firmly as you learn to walk. Fear not, for your tumbles would hurt me more than they could ever hurt you.
You now know how to walk my son, so walk towards and sit here by my side.
Give me some of your time and share with me your dreams. I was once your age too, and I know how much I enjoyed this same conversation with my own father so many years ago.
Share with me your fears my son, if we talk them over, we can make them disappear. Don’t let small things take a minute of your precious time my son, there are much more important things in life to worry about.
Sit here by my side my son, let me teach you how to read. I will be patient and comprehensive, later we can share a book.
I am getting old my son so remind me how to walk, for I can no longer do it without your help. My legs are getting weaker and I am slower day by day.
Read this book for me my son, for my eyes are tired and cannot see well. Your eyes will become my eyes and I rely on you now to read the paper.
Feed me like I once fed you my son. I am now fully dependant, and it is you who must care for me now. I cannot do on my own, the simple things that I once taught you.
Give me some affection my son, said the old man. The same kind I permanently offered you as a child. Make me feel worthy of your love and tell the world with pride that I am your father. Remember that it is me now who needs you, and you mustn’t put me aside. Don't turn your back on your old man now, for I have never forsaken you.

Put your hand in mine my son, said the young man to his child. Let me show you the place where your grandfather lies. He was a good man who taught me to walk, read and to love. The cycle is now complete and I must teach you to walk my little boy. Let me tell you stories about your grandfather and everything that he did for me. I promise to share my time with you, my beloved son. And we can talk for hours and dissipate your fears and troubles…

CA

-Dedicated to my father, the one I am fortunate to have by my side.