My Son Went Back

Son,

I found your note last night.

"Hello mother- just cuz I'm not here

doesn't mean I can't still bother you on this late night

while everyone is asleep and your making flowers.

Just kidding. Love you. Miss you. Joe"

I found it last night. While everyone was asleep and I was making flowers.

The flood gates opened. I miss you so much Joe.

I've missed you every minute since the day you left.

I wish you would have stayed.

But, I know this country life isn't for you.
There is so much I wanted to tell you while you were here.

But I didn't.

Like how very, very proud I am of you.

How much of a good big brother you are.

You are so polite with such good manners.

You make such a good impression when you meet someone.

You have a quick, witty sense of humor that is always making me

laugh.

You are as fierce as a lion...

But gentle as a lamb!
And, you are smart Joe.
Very, very smart.
There is so much more.
We ALL miss you!
I love you Joe.
Mom