As we look back
As we look back over time 
We find ourselves wondering 
Did we remember to thank you enough 
For all you have done for us?
For all the times you were by our sides 
To help and support us 
To celebrate our successes 
To understand our problems 
And accept our defeats?
Or for teaching us by your example, 
The value of hard work, good judgement, 
Courage and integrity? 
We wonder if we ever thanked you 
For the sacrifices you made. 
To let us have the very best?
And for the simple things 
Like laughter, smiles and times we shared? 
If we have forgotten to show our 
Gratitude enough for all the things you did, 
We're thanking you now. 
And we are hoping you knew all along, 
How much you meant to us.
Clare Jones