I remember your tiny feet,
Running wild in the summer heat.
Your first word — you called me "dad",
Little voice that made me glad.

First time riding that little bike,
Your first swim on that sunny night.
Laughing loud at the neighborhood park,
Back when the days felt slow and bright.

But I didn’t know it was the last time,
The last time I held you that way.
If I had known, I would've stayed a little longer,
Let my heart soak in the weight.
Time moves fast like winds that blew...
I wish I knew — the last time I carried you.

I gave you rides when you got too tired,
Carried you home when your dreams expired.
So many moments I let slip by,
Thinking we had endless time.

Now you walk so bold, so tall,
Your little shoes don't fit at all.
But I still see that little face,
In quiet corners, time can't erase.

But I didn’t know it was the last time,
The last time I held you that way.
If I had known, I would've stayed a little longer,
Let my heart soak in the weight.

Time moves fast like winds that blew...
I wish I knew — the last time I carried you.

Now I carry memories instead,
Of sleepy nights and words you said.
And even though you're growing through,
You’ll always be that kid I knew.

And I didn’t know it was the last time,
The last time I held you close to me.
If time had whispered, I'd have listened,
Held on tighter, silently.
You're flying now, and that’s your truth...
But in my heart — I still carry you.