Daddy Again

       It's only been two years ago since you went away,

       Memories of you make me smile each and every day.

       I miss your gentle voice and little sideways grin,

       How I wish that I could have my daddy back again.



       When I was just a little girl, a shadow at your side,

       You were always there for me when I laughed or when I cried.

       You'd pick me up when I would fall, fix the boo-boo on my shin,

       Now when I fall, I close my eyes, and wish I had my daddy back again.



       So many times I need to ask for your advice,

       To only see your face again would be so very nice.

       I've been so blessed to grow up with this very special man,

       And everyday that passes, I wish I had my daddy back again.



       It comforts me to know you are in such a better place,

       And I'm sure that Heaven is much brighter with your smiling face.

       I hope to spend eternity with you when I have reached my end,

       And then I'll finally get to have my daddy back again.

Author's Notes/Comments: 

I lost my father on September 11, 1999, and wrote this poem shortly afterwards.  He was such a wonderful father and friend.  A truly good man.

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onelilartist's picture

What a wonderful tribute to your dad. I'm sure he knows how much you cared and still do care. I lost my husband on May 3rd of last year. Never a day goes by that I don't think of him.

Jessica

WAYNE SNOW's picture

Well at last I found someone that rhymes, sentences flow nicely, great message. There is sadness and happiness and imagery. Great work Sharon! Please visit mine if you find the time. *smile* Jsringo - Wayne

shar's picture

Thank you so much! I had

Thank you so much! I had forgotten about this site until today and was so afraid I couldn't ever find my poems again...I appreciate your words..:)