My Favorite Day was way back in May 5th of 1987 when I adopted my son Christopher at the age of ten years old. Today he is married, lives in Arizona and works as a radiologist. To celebrate the adoption of Chris, I did something that I always 'dreamt of' which was to write a song for someone I loved and sing it. Although I cannot sing, I practiced a few times with the band and did so never-the-less as a complete surprise!
Allen Sings Chris' Adoption Song
Lyrics That I Wrote For My Son
I've watched you go through changes and I've often thought out loud.
How in your good moods and attitudes you've made me very proud.
We met several years ago, while walking in the sand.
You never knew how much I grew when first I held your hand.
They say love comes just once in life, but this I know for sure.
For me it came not once or twice but four times free and pure.
I give the love was given me from Mom and Dad you see.
When time is through, I give to you for your own family.
I've lived my life, my son and wife, I've seen times good and bad.
The proudest times I've seen my son are when you call me Dad.
I watched you laugh, I've felt you cry, I hope you understand.
For all is true, I comfort you, I'm just an average man.
I sing a simple love song to a boy I truly love.
For Father 'n Son to become one is in the stars above.
I can't explain through joy and pain how much I really care.
When all is done I'll call you son, I know you're always there.
This it seems through golden dreams is what I mean to say.
I'll love you each and every day and this is where I'll stay.
Chris Says Thank You
Well after the adoption party Chris had a 'surprise' for me! So again, this was one of those moments that will last in my heart for the rest of my life. A very young 'thank you' for the party from my son.
Entire Adoption Party
Then for those with absolutely too much time on their hands. I have to include a video of the adoption party in it's entirety which included a band, mime magician, plane, professional skateboarder, video games, comedian and dancing.