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jlocke
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0 posted 2010-06-19 07:00 PM



Thinking of Dad

I know that when I was young
You were away at work more than not
But of all the memories of my youth
There are no gaps. You’re there the lot

I remember the times you'd read to us
While lying on the hallway floor
From your beloved sci-fi novels
Full of fantastical future lore

There were times I'd sneak downstairs
When you were sure I was asleep
Just to jump out and say BOO!
And watch you scream and leap

I remember how you would ensure the rake
Would fit my hands just so
Then say it must have been made for me
And off to work I'd reluctantly go

In everything you did and said
In all things great and less than grand
You gave me the tools I'd need
To someday become a man

I remember from youth up till this very day
All the fun, the wisdom and love you share
Of all the dads I'll ever meet
Not a one will ever be able to compare.

-Jeremy L. Culberth



© Copyright 2010 Jeremy Locke Culberth - All Rights Reserved
Amaryllis
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since 2010-05-20
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1 posted 2010-06-19 07:49 PM


I like this loving tribute to an obviously respected father.. great write  
~Amaryllis

BluesSerenade
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since 2001-10-23
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2 posted 2010-06-19 11:26 PM


Thank you for sharing this, it is endearing and so full of love.

Really nice writing~

VelvetVampress
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since 2010-04-24
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3 posted 2010-06-20 04:15 AM


I love it... beautiful and full of love. Thank you for your share.

~Velvet Vampress~

Bastet
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since 2010-05-07
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4 posted 2010-06-20 04:36 AM


A wonderful portrayal of childhood memories, full of positive emotion and picture-perfect. Really heart-warming!
2dalimit
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since 2000-02-08
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5 posted 2010-06-21 04:30 AM


Thank you. I love you.
Dad

easy1
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since 2010-05-22
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Southeastern USA
6 posted 2010-06-22 09:27 AM


Ah, the fantastical stories, and the rake that fits just so... Thanks for the memories and for posting this very worthy writing here.
Earl Brinkman
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since 2010-03-03
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Osaka, Japan
7 posted 2010-06-22 09:06 PM


A great tribute to a wonderful dad.
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