Two versions of this poem were created: “As Your Father” and “As Your Parents.” Both are preserved below.

Version A — As Your Parents

As your parents we have viewed
That you sure knew how to be in a mood

As your parents we have spied
All those secrets you thought you could hide

As your parents we have spotted
Some things against your siblings you plotted

And as your parents we have eyed
Your beauty on both the out and inside

As your parents we have perceived
You have overcome many obstacles and only achieved.

As your parents we have seen
You grow from a baby into this amazing teen

As your parents we have witnessed
That it is we who are so very blessed.

Because as your parents we are so wowed
At who you are and we couldn’t be more proud!

Version B — As Your Father

As your father I have viewed
That you sure knew how to be in a mood.

As your father I have spied
All those secrets you thought you could hide.

As your father I have spotted
Some things against your siblings you plotted.

And As your father I have eyed
Your beauty on both the out and inside.

As your father I have perceived
You have overcome many obstacles and only achieved.

As your father I have seen
You grow from a baby into this amazing teen

As your father I have witnessed
That it is I who am so very blessed.

Because as your father I am so wowed
At who you are and I couldn’t be more proud!