My Young Son

by Dan Valentine

My young son starts school today

It’s going to be sort of strange and new to him for awhile, and I wish you would sort of treat him gently

You see, up to now he’s been king of the roost

He’s been boss of the backyard

His mother has always been near to soothe his wounds and repair his feelings

But now things are going to be different

I wish you would sort of look after him

Take him by the hand and teach him things he would have to know

But do it gently, if you can.