Poem for Dad

Over the years, I have written poems about and for different people in my life.  I have shared many of them here, knowing that the words I write might also touch another's heart and soul.

With Father's Day fast approaching, I thought I would once again share a poem I have written to honor the men in my life.  

• For my Dad, who died over five years ago, but he is still such a huge part of my life.  

• For my brother, who lives not too far from me, was my childhood buddy and co-conspirator.  During our teens through our forties, we didn't see much of each other, but now, we are able to share with each other, regularly.

 

 

• For my sons-in-love, the young men that have fathered my grandchildren and cherish my daughters. They constantly amaze me with their talents, creativity and wisdom.

• For my sweetheart, who is one of the most sensitive, loving fathers I have ever met.  His ability to guide, rather than push; to advise, rather than dictate and love unconditionally are what make him such a great Dad.

So, a poem for all the Dads I know - Oh, I almost forgot my amazing men-friends, who are shining examples of how to be a great Dad - this is for you, too!

He's Our Dad

Young or old

near or far -

you are the one

that was there

to guide,

to advise,

to love - even when

loving was difficult.

You gave of yourself -

even when 

exhaustion sat heavy

on your chest, 

like we did when we played -

you the pony - or the bear -

or the elephant marching 

through our pretend jungles.

You taught life lessons - 

like, how to paint a wall,

use a hammer,

change a tire,

take responsibility,

make do, do over or do without.

You played music,

danced - to our embarrassment! 

laughed,

cried - real men cry -

you told us that.

You are our hero -

our role model -

our Dad!

© 2013 Linda M. Rhinehart Neas

Namasté!