I learned from women,
How to live, love, and stand strong.
From my mother, sacrifice,
quiet strength in her advice.
From my sister, cheerfulness,
light amid life’s tangled mess.
From my mother’s mother’s eyes,
caring deep, with truths disguised.
From my aunt, a rebel soul,
courage fierce, defying roles.
From my school friend’s steady stride,
how to push, and reach the skies.
From my college love, the truth,
hearts are rare, and so is youth.
From my colleagues, thoughtful care,
lifting others everywhere.
From my former boss, leadership,
Let all hands steer; watch captains equip.
From the love I lost at last,
that sorrows fade, but lessons last.
All these women shaped my way,
I carry them within each day.
I learned from women, how to be a man.
