Because I knew you.
You will be with me always like a handprint on my heart,
So much of me is made of what I have learnt from you.
Because I knew you I learnt to always put others first,
like the time you gave up your share of food to make sure I had enough.
Because I knew you I learnt that a smile can change someone's day,
when you smiled you made everyone smile with you.
Because I knew you I learnt that being gentle can be our greatest strength,
you could help and comfort just by being you.
Because I knew you I learnt to appreciate the simple things in life,
like pizza toppings, 'Red Velvet' cake and the green off a watermelon.
Because I knew you I learnt the value of being part of a team,
encouraging others to achieve their best.
Because I knew you I learnt the value of learning,
always wanting to know more and soaking knowledge up like a sponge.
Because I knew you I learnt to look after nature,
feeding chickens and loving sloths, frogs, red pandas and woolly mammoths.
Because I knew you I learnt the importance of manners,
always being respectful, polite, caring and kind.
Because I knew you I learnt to have the courage of a lion,
you showed belief in me when I needed reassurance.
Because I knew you I learnt that laughter is the best medicine,
you could turn anything into a joke.
You'll be with me always like a handprint on my heart,
so much of me is made of what you taught me.
I know I am who I am today,
BECAUSE I KNEW YOU
