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Dear Dad
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Poems For My Step-Dad (Dad) I know it's been a while since I've last turned my face
and talked to you when nothing's there.
I've been busy.
I'm sorry.
There isn't a day when I don't think of what you once were.
That's a memory that always stays alive other than you.
I know I went to the cemetary and said my final goodbye.
Don't think I'll stop thinking of you. I won't.
There are things in this lifetime when we have to let go.
And you must force yourself to go on and live again.
I'm sorry for not saying the I love you's sooner, but
I'm saying them now.
I dream this dream.
And you're alive.
And I ask, hey dad where've you been?
And you gently smile and look away.
And you start walking towards a light.
And you're gone.
And I hear you say, I've loved you like my daughter and I
always will.
There are no goodbyes.
Only love.
And you're gone.
I carry that dream hoping it'll bring me peace.
I wanted to say Happy Father's Day, but
you already know what I'm saying.
I love you.
Sleep well wherever you are.
And celebrate your day for being who you are born to be.
And that's being a damn good father.
Goodnight.
Love,
Melissa
Just wanted to say this poem really hit me hard in my heart because my dad has never really been in my life and to read how much you miss yours who was actually there it just really got me, really good poem.
Mel in my opinion I think that your right about fathers they really are a blessing to have and should be admired and respected for who and what they are.
Melissa, this was an excellent poem. I felt the love you have for your (step)Father. Through your words I also sensed that universal "while they were with us we didn't appreciate them like we should". It came through loud and clear. You made me think of my Mom, who I miss so much, as she stepped into eternity 3 years ago. Thanks Melissa for helping us all remember to appreciate WHO we have and who we have had in our lives.
Grace & Peace,
Molly