The Visionary

Unfortunately, there are many that cannot see,

through just life and circumstance, they happen to be blind,

but then there are others who are visionary

and they’re a rare breed and so very hard to find.

Visionaries see past obstacles that others would otherwise see,

they don’t let mere boulders get in their way,

they know that life is for the living

and they don’t let trivia ruin their day.

And like little children splashing in a puddle,

which, after all, is little more than a dip filled with rain,

you show others how to make the most of their difficulties,

you show others how to live, how to start again.

Those without vision, look at a mountain

and see that it is far too high to climb,

but visionaries blink, go ahead and reach the summit,

never stopping to wonder if they’ve got the time.

Visionaries live to inspire others,

instinctively, they take the higher and wiser ground,

they have a built in sense of grit and determination,

although it’s a kind of inner peace that they’ve found.

Because, Becca, you are indeed a visionary

and maybe this is something you’ve never been told,

not only are you a very special person,

you’re the sweetest girl with a heart of gold.

You are always so happy and optimistic

and your face is set with a natural and permanent smile

and I wanted you to know that you’ve inspired me,

because even I feel down (just once in a while).

But then your courage and determination raise me up,

your happiness makes me soar to greater heights

and I’m so glad that you’re sharing your vision,

because you’re making others see remarkable sights.

And with that vision I dream of a world,

where people are inspired and care for one another,

I dream of what could be possible,

I see the potential in every man, child, girl and mother.

So I would just like to thank you,

for giving me your truly remarkable insight,

you’ve given me your vision, your inspiration, your knowledge,

you’ve even shared some of your almighty might.

And your parents have done a splendid job,

because they have helped you become who you are

and no matter what you do after you graduate,

I know you’ll excel, in fact, you’ll be a shining star.

Because stars send out their love and light to us,

no matter what distance may keep us apart,

they are there to inspire us, to give us vision

and yes, they are always, very much, within our heart.