My Big Brother is a…

by Ronnie B. aged 11

You’ve always been here for me,
But now you are about to leave.
I know we fuss and fight,
But I love you with all my might.

You are my big brother,
And there is no other.
No one can take your place,
And when you leave, there will be this big empty space.

We’ve never been really close,
But at least you have not always lived across the coast.
Because some big brothers do,
I’m really grateful for the 11 years I’ve lived with you.

I remember when I was small,
And I would always fall.
You were always there for me,
And I know you always will be.

You told me not to cry,
That it would be ok.
Even if I thought you lied,
It was like my big brother saved the day.

You’ve made me laugh, you’ve made me cry,
You’ve even helped me hide some lies.
I love you is something I don’t tell you enough,
But I want you to know
When you leave it will be really tough.

I don’t know how my life will be,
Without you here beside me.
You’ve lived with me for 11 years,
But now we’re shedding our good-bye tears.

I know you have to move out,
And start a life of your own.
But promise me without a doubt,
You will never forget us back home.

2 Responses to “My Big Brother is a…”

  • Mr Painter

    Ronnie, this is really powerful! It makes me feel very proud that you have spent your time doing this. I’m looking forward to sharing this with our class on Monday

    Reply
  • Kai Rogers

    don’t worry Ronnie mr painter is doing it to me he said he is sharing it with miss Thomas and all year 6

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