My Metal Boy

It took me years to build your heart

With a myriad of tiny moving parts

But every piece was one piece closer to my goal

Working til the day that you were whole

I wound your key

And you came to be

So much more than just a wind-up toy

My metal boy

You truly are the perfect son

And I'm just so proud of everything you've done

With far too many qualities I could extol

It's obvious that you have made me whole

I can't believe

That you're here with me

This child who has brought me so much joy

My metal boy

With your childish grin

And your curious eyes

Everything is so new

And the world's a surprise

Wondering about life

And the things that you see

What exactly you are

And why you're different from me

Where you fit in this world

And why do men have to die

I won't always be here

But I'm sure gonna try

To do everything I can to prepare you

I should have known this day would come

When you'd be ready to go on your own

You packed your little bag with oil and a light

And said farewell to me and hugged me tight

And goodness knows

I hate to see you go

I know you'll do well

And my heart will swell

But if you're in need

Please come back to me

Your company I always will enjoy

My metal boy