From under the shade of a mother’s affection.
Of care and shelter, love, and protection.
From under the shade of father’s crown.
Seeing the world with no sundown.
From under the shade of brother’s money.
Who remained a companion in all journey.
From under the shade of teacher’s lore.
Who carefully filled the knowledge reserve.
From under the shade of a friend’s support.
To whom all goods and bad, we report.
Forging ahead to the world to invade.
Geared up, slipping off the shade.
Much dreams in eyes to be fulfilled.
Forging ahead, pulling down all the shield
To create a welcoming boulevard
Without armor, without a guard
Slipping off the shade, moving into the sun
The run to carve a niche has begun
Slipping off the shade to create a new shade.
