It seems we're never quite prepared
for a parent to pass on...
it shakes our whole foundation
that we've built our lives upon.

Acceptance comes as time goes by,
while pain and loss subside...
but in our hearts, the love remains
and we think on them with pride.

Our parents give us self-esteem
and help us to be strong...
they build in us a lasting faith
and teach us right from wrong.

They raise us to be fit and strong,
to try our wings and fly...
and as we come to "set them free",
it's hard to say goodbye.