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Daddy, what can I say about A man who gave me everything; Love, kindness, devotion ~ But most of all, himself? With your gentle spirit, You could sing. Yes, you were My everything. Mom told me, when I was born, I weighed only three pounds. In the incubator for six weeks, I had to stay with no car around. You walked and hitch hiked to see me And times, back then, were really bad. Mom had to stay at home And it made her feel so sad. When I made my Holy Communion, You put just me in a taxi cab. Later on, when I married and Made a renewal at church, You wrote me the saddest letter. You said that you were sorry, As tears ran down your cheeks. You said that you Should have know better. Daddy, that note means so much to me. For, it told of my father's love; A love that is deep in my heart, As you rest with God, above. When you were told that you Had cancer and you wouldn't live, It took me all day to go to your bed. For, tears were all I had to give. You said, "Rather me Than any of you, my family." Valiant, noble, and gracious All fit you to a tee. My Daddy is and Was my guiding light. You came to me, as an angel, And asked me to write. I just want you to know That, for you and for God, The Holy Spirit guides my hands And gives me the words ... To write 'only Christian poems'. I know you are in Heaven And that's your new home. My everything had The most beautiful blue eyes, Silver hair, and gentle touch. He, now, walks with Jesus And I loved him so much. To my everything, I must say, "My love for you just seems to grow. For, God gave me the gift of poetry And it sparkles like you, From my head down to my toe. I can see you, now, walking and singing, And writing a blessed tune. I promise I will strive to make Heaven And be home with you, soon." |
| © Nancy Hoback 2003 |
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