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My Father's Joy In Words-Father's Day
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My Father's Joy In Words-Father's Day |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
There are many things that make me glad, Like the hearty laughter of a little lad. The frolicking awkwardness of a puppy at play, And the glow of sunshine at the start of a day. To see grass and flowers covered with dew, Mountainous white clouds in a sky of blue, A walk on a pillow of new fallen snow, Soft falling rain that makes flowers grow. For my children to grow strong and tall, The good times past that I recall, Sitting quietly alone remembering past joys, and "Hi Granddaddy" from three fine boys. It's Father's Day again, I celebrate for naught, Though my kids will celebrate, My dad's but just a thought. I miss that man most every day, My mother too is gone, They loved so much and supported me, Whether right or wrong. For those of you that have your dad, Cherish him each day, The days are long, the years are short, Soon he'll go away.... |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Thank you.. So good to see you posting. latearrival |
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Alison 
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
This is a keeper - so are you. Happy Father's day, Toe. Alison |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Yes, the missing is forever, like our memories, they go on and on and on. I miss my Dad too. Happy Father's Day to you, Toerag. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
quote: Ah your true colors are showing, and you wear them well. Happy Father's Day you old reprobate (and I know you are anything but that!)  Carpe' Diem, |
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Heart2Heart Senior Member
since 2009-05-15
Posts 738Scotland/Norway |
Ah, you've put tears in my eyes from reading this lovely tribute to Father's Day. And so much truth in your delightful words. A tread to read this evening. Happy Father's Day Sunday:-) Heart2Heart |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
What a wonderful tribute to your father, Toerag. A keeper. Ida |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
What a wonderful tribute to your father, Toerag. A keeper. Ida |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
A most beautiful message, dear Toerag. Worth to be cherished. Love, Margherita |
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sewasham Senior Member
since 2006-09-11
Posts 714Oklahoma, USA |
Good job Toe. Take care and Have fun. Steve |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
From your pen to their hearts.. and mine. Thank you, Buzz. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
Beautiful poem, wise advice... the missing never stops, does it? *S* But for all the gray hairs you undoubtedly gave your parents, you gave even more joy... and I wish joy for you, my friend... every day of every year. |
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Chalmette Guy Senior Member
since 2009-03-11
Posts 1257Louisiana |
Wow, Toe....very important words for all to live by. Thank you for writing this. I really liked the sentiments. |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
yes, so true how we miss him after he is gone. I just said to my children how I wish he could hear the poem I wrote about him. He didn't even know I wrote poetry. HOw sad. BUt I loved your poem - very heartwarming dear friend Liz |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Toe, you're mostly known for your witty, charming, and downright hysterical poetry, but you also write some of the most profoundly beautiful and heart-warming poetry that can bring tears to the eyes. This, my friend, is one of them. I've missed you and all your different 'faces'.  Linda   |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Toerag, E.A. is right, you know. You are gifted with wit and humor, charm, and beautifully honest writing like this. Yes, celebrate those dads! Also, keeping this! Be well! miscellanea |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
 Opps... I read this again. Silly moi. Heh.  |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
My father was a dangerous and violent person. His life was very sad. He never did anything to hurt me. Bobby |
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peaceseaker Member
since 2009-07-29
Posts 161 |
Oh, this really struck a chord with me...a very nicely written tribute to Father's Day...I do cherish my dad everyday..and no he will not be much longer for this world..and I will truly miss him...Thanks for sharing such tender memories....peaceseaker |
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