I recently found my earlier writings from when I was in Jr. High/High School. Here’s a poem I wrote for my cousin. I gave it to him as a gift at his graduation. Growing up he was not just my cousin but the brother I never had. I still look up to him! He’s a fine man and I’m proud to call him family.

I wonder if he remembers this?

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Hero

You will always be my hero.

You will never do any wrong in my eyes.
When I was alone and you were with your friends, you would always find time to talk to me.
You don’t know how much I loved the little things
that you used to do for me.
You will always be my hero.

When I was down, you always said those funny words to turn my frown upside down.
I know I could get annoying, but you were not just my cousin, you were my hero.

I know you are soon going to college but I just have one thing to ask. Don’t forget about all the fun times we had.

When things get you down, just remember your little cousin who believes in you and knows you can do anything. Remember how in her eyes you will always be strong.

Just always remember me.
You really will always be my hero.