My very dear son
Peace be with you
I might be gone
You may have a clue

You’re old enough to know
The world is not fair
With a brazen foe,
Where many don’t care

I know you’re anxious
I’ll be away for a while
I’m a prisoner of conscience
Keep the faith and smile

God knows I’m innocent
Of any criminal act
He is the Protector
Of all beings in fact

Be strong and don’t worry,
Things will be alright
Keep up the good work
Your future will be bright

Take care of mother
And sisters and brother
Call grandma and tell her
She’s in my heart forever

May God protect you
From all things bad
Tell all I miss them
Sincerely, your dad