Proud Navy Parents

Words will never be able to describe the feelings that Den and I felt as we watched our son graduate from Navy Bootcamp. We were so proud of him and all that he has accomplished. He has become a "Navy Man". Dennis sent me this poem and it sums up the feelings I have for that day.

A Navy Mom’s Prayer
I kissed and I hugged him and watched him walk away
He graduated boot camp and was now on his way
He stood tall and so proud as he walked and he waved
I couldn’t be happier for the path he has paved
The weekend was short, how I wished for more days
Just in awe of his presence and new Navy ways
His focus and maturity came quick in 9 weeks
I know he will find whatever he seeks
I am back to waiting for calls and the mail
Never knowing when the time comes for him to set sail
I will continue to wait for that next hug and kiss
Not doing that daily is what I will miss
My son is a man now I need to let go
I don’t know if I can, I just love him so
I am proud of my son and his accomplishments to date
As hard as it is I will continue to wait
I will wait for the hugs and wait for the kiss
I will continue to pray and continue to miss
Please take care of him God on his journey so new
It makes it easier for me knowing he has You