When my cap came down, real life began
I was forced to leave my childhood and bid farewell to high school friends
The roads of opportunity stand before me, but which path do I choose?
Do I walk the straight and narrow, or take the one less used?

I thought I had done some living before I tossed my cap in the air
It turned out to be only the beginning of a life that awaited there
Now, constant responsibilities are part of my every day;
I've begun to see things differently, a stronger individual in every way

I recall my mother's heart-felt advice as I enter my adolescent years
Words of reassurance, words that take away my fears
I felt unable to do some things, but I know now that I can;
My mother's words have helped me grow; they've helped me become a man

As I face this world scared and unclothed, I hold my head up high
Casting away all my fears and pushing my troubles aside
My future success depends on me; it's up to me indeed
A mother's "best wish" and a dream to succeed is all I'll ever need.

© 2001-2003 Matthew D. Murray