I have to admit, it was there
That lump, that feeling, that unmistakable emotion
Watching, standing up, from a distance
Seeing the past turn into the future
Semblance of an adult, now a man
Taking in his stride what I’d found impossible

Exuding sincere confidence
A walk turning into a prominent strut
Ceasing this moment, a moment in paradise
Listening carefully for his name and his honor
Striding towards success with a smile
Knowing this achievement could never be taken away