Raised Right

If the sky ever feels too heavy,

And the nights stretch longer than the day,

Know I’m somewhere in your laughter,

In the strength you show when you don’t run away.

I may not be there to hold your hand,

But I’m the echo in your stand.

You were raised right—heart full of fire,

Grace in your steps, and dreams climbing higher.

When the world gets loud and the light feels thin,

Just smile at the storm, let the joy begin.

I’m proud of you, always was, always will be—

Even if you can’t see me.

Every scar you wear like armor,

Every tear that taught you how to heal,

I see the courage in your choices,

The way you love, the way you feel.

So laugh at the pain that tried to break,

You turned it into wisdom’s wake.

You were raised right—soul made of gold,

Truth in your voice, and stories untold.

When the weight of the world tries to dim your light,

Remember your roots, and rise through the night.

I’m proud of you, always was, always will be—

Even if you can’t see me.

Let the hard times be your teachers,

Let the good ones be your song.

You’re the legacy I dreamed of,

You’ve been strong all along.

You were raised right—never forget,

You’re the sunrise I’ll never regret.

So walk with joy, and love with might,

You’re my forever, my guiding light.

I’m proud of you, always was, always will be—

Even if you can’t see me.

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