My Family I Love You

When creatures lurked beneath my bed, I was terrified.

And I had a lot of terrifying dreams.

When thunder rumbled, I dreaded the sounds.

You were there,

My father.

I used to cry because of scuffed knees.

My melancholy eyes were wiped dry with soft hankies.

Every time I attempted, he was coaxing me.

You were never far away,

My mum, to be precise.

When I felt afraid, who held my hand?

Did he eat candy he should really have shared?

Because you dared, I did the things I did.

My brother.

When you're in danger, when you're in need,

I'm surrounded by such strength.

I won't be able to succeed without your love.

My family, I adore you all.