Years Gone By

Years Gone By
You gave me my first full-time job and believed in me while I was still unproven.
You taught me how to run a business.
You trusted me enough to promote and market that business.
You showed me how to leave my heart on the tennis court.
You laughed with me; you cried with me.
You held me accountable for my own happiness.
You promised me that when I had kids I'd understand what's really important in life.
I promised you I'd never give up on myself.
From our first business meeting at Howell's Cafe to the last goodbye in your hospital bed,
As the years go by, who you were remains to me.