Dedicated to Richard Reagan Drayton 

My son, as a man I did not carry you for nine months  

But from the moment I held you in my arms 

I was overcome by feelings of tenderness for you 

I remember as if it was yesterday when I first looked into your eyes and

you in mine 

I touched your tiny fingers 

My heart melted at your cute yawn 

The joy I felt when you arrived 

Oh the day I became a father  

Memories I will cherish forever  

From that moment all I knew is that I want to be there for you to: 

Protect you 

Provide for you 

Be a friend to you  

Most of all to show you how much I love you  

For you my son I will be a man who shows his tender emotions 

I remember your first step 

I have watched you strive and grow 

You are no longer a baby or toddler for me to cuddle you and rest you

upon my chest 

But my boy, my arms are always open wide to hug you 

A pat on your back, a brief head rub 

These are just a few ways I show my affection for you 

I love when we sit and chat with each other  

When we share a meal 

When we make time to bond as father and son  

Even when I discipline you, my son, it is because I want what is best for you  

I admire your uniqueness  

I am proud of you 

Children are a blessing from the Lord 

My son, I am a blessed to be your father  

My daily prayer is for God to grant me long life to see you become a man,

become a father   

So, you understand how I deeply I love you 

This is just a little love note from me to you 

My dear son, " I love you" 

By Tesse Wilson  

All good gifts come from the Lord. Tesse is happy to be gifted by the Lord to write. It is her prayer that her writings will bless, encourage and inspire others. Thank God for his Spirit who gives inspiration and his grace which enables her.