I'm Growing Up, Mom

[Pandie]

They say I'm running out of time
They say I'm being weak
Why is it they cannot see
The world is at my feet?

I'm standing right before you
Living in my prime
I'm working hard and reaching
For those dreams of mine.

I've graduated highschool
And I'm living on my own
For the first time in my life
I don't feel so alone.

All week I work long hours
Weekends are spent with friends
Don't you see for once
The past scars begin to mend.

I may not live at home
But I still love you, momma dear
I just wish you'd realize
That now my life is here.

Don't worry, I'll be fine
This world has much to teach
Don't you understand, dad
My dream's within my reach.

The world is at my feet now
But it's important I do this on my own
For out there awaits my one true love
And a life I've never known.

Brush away your tears now
Smile and let me go
For the truth is I'm going to fly
For you taught me all I know...