I saw
in this show called Hamilton
that the son of the eponymous hero
tried to live up to his father’s
incredible legacy and
there was a certain bit of anxiety
in the attempt.
It didn’t end up well for Philip
I can tell you that.

It is difficult
to have an impressive parent.
There is so much to live up to
or rebel against.

Even ignoring your pater’s accomplishments
would be quite a feat.
But when you try to follow in his footsteps?
When you
as a kid
wish to become akin
to your procreator,
how can you possibly succeed?

How can you pace your parent
let alone outclass?
Even the competition is shameful
when your father
– or, say, mother –
is a good person
a hero.

It’s a tough row to hoe.
I don’t envy you.
Good luck with that.