Father Poems - Page 2
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21. On Your Shoulders
An Ode To A Father With Alzheimer'sI remember the times
You'd flip me onto your shoulder
Freefalling skyward
Taller, older
I felt like a giant
At that great height
And felt no fear
Just sheer delight
Safe in your hands
So sure and strong
Now they're gone
It feels all wrong
No more do I fly
And reach the stars
No more do I soar
That path of ours
Up and beyond
Your own great length
Above your heart
Upon your strength
Where always you kept
Me and us all
Where you could watch us
That we'd never fall
And always you'd work
Day after day
To give us a life
We'd love each day
And though you'd grump
And gripe and groan
You'd flash a smile
At coming home
Where we would sit
And eat home food
Sing to songs
That sang of blues
Like stories you'd tell
Of your young days
And how the world
Has changed its ways
You'd reminisce
Of your own dad
The happy times
That you two had
I'd smile and think
Of you and I
And him and you
And ache to cry
For as I knew
You'd lost your own
I knew that you'd
Leave me alone
I could only hope
And wish and pray
That each day
Would not be that day
So each night that
We'd sit and talk
I'd try to capture
Every thought
And every smile
Every laugh
In my mind
Like photographs
Now I replay
Your greatest hits
From our hours together
Our best bits
These are the memories
I now love
In my heart as your picture
In my glove
And swear that until
The day I go too
I'll never forget
And I'll always love you.Latest Shared StoryThis poem so reminds me of the relationship my Daddy and I had. He had a major surgery in 1971 and because of that and the effects of the anesthesia, his decline began. It took a while for us...
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22. Dancing With My Dad
Memories With DadSocks glide across the kitchen floor,
Arms spin me around once more.
Best time I ever had,
Was dancing with my Dad.
Family and strangers gather round,
Outdoor music, blaring sound.
Familiar face and I'm so glad,
Once more dancing with my Dad.
Sitting beside him in the bed,
Thinking about the life he led.
Wishing he could rise; I'm mad,
Not to be dancing with my Dad.
Memories glide like a soft caress,
Dark haired little girl in a fancy dress.
Close my eyes, chase away the sad,
Remember dancing with my Dad.
Red cardinal, so bright to see,
On the fence, reminder to me,
The best time I ever had,
Was dancing with my Dad. -
23. To My Dad
I wonder what it's like
to not put up a fight
with someone you're supposed to love so dearly
and get some sleep at night.
I look through these photos
of me and you together,
pictures of you and me smiling
in nice or raining weather.
I wish we could go back to that,
smiling together every day,
but now it's the occasional smile;
it's just not the same today.
Now I'm all grown up.
I'm smart and strong-willed.
You're still much smarter than me,
and your strength just keeps on building.
I'm tired of these fights
and you making me mad.
When I try to get along,
the results just end up sad.
So I'll keep trying
for the moon and stars above.
I may not act like it, Daddy,
but you I will always love.Latest Shared StoryI can really understand this poem I'm 14 and everytime me and my dad talked we would end up yelling at each other and the conversation would end with him hitting me or kicking me to the...
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24. Daddy
Absent FatherIt seems like only yesterday
You wiped away my tears
As I called your name
To fight away my fears.
When you didn't respond,
I knew you weren't coming back.
I realized then you left me
And that you were to slack.
Are you alive?
Or are you dead?
Do you love me? And do you care?
Sometimes I wonder what's going through your head.
Dad,
Always keep to your heart
That I miss you,
And my love for you will never part.Latest Shared StoryDear Father,
On this day I have nothing to look back at and reminisce. My memories of you are few. I can count on my fingers the times I have seen you, less than that the times we have... -
25. Hey Daddy, Please Come Back
Hey Daddy,
There are a couple of things I think you missed
So write this down, make a little list.
Here are a couple of things that I want you to remember
That sometimes you seem to forget.
You're not the only one.
There are also a couple of things that I need to fix.
Hey Daddy,
Don't forget to tell me you love me.
Don't be too embarrassed to grab me and hug me.
If it makes you feel better, go ahead and slug me.
Hey Daddy,
No matter how much you bug me,
Just know that I enjoy your company,
Laughing when you make fun of me.
Hey Daddy,
I'll try and set aside the girls
At least one day a week
So you won't get so mad at me
So we can hop in the truck and go four-wheeling.
Hey Daddy,
Remind me to give you a hug goodnight.
I never want you to feel
Like I'm leaving you out to dry.
Don't be afraid to grab my hand
Just because it doesn't feel right.
I never wanna regret
Not doing it later on in life.
Hey Daddy,
Please hang on to me.
I'm growing up way too fast.
Too much of the future,
Not enough of the present day or past.
Hey Daddy,
Please don't let me go.
I want these years to last.
I just wish I could let you know
How much I don't want you to leave,
How much I appreciate your company.
Hey Daddy,
I'm not gonna tell you to walk a little slower.
I'll just catch up.
I'm not gonna tell you that you're leading my life.
I'm just gonna tell you to show your love.
Hey Daddy,
I didn't want you to see the tears in my eyes
When I was standing there waving goodbye.
I didn't want you to get on that plane.
I didn't want you to take that flight.
Hey Daddy,
Ford looked up to me as you pulled away.
He said on the verge of tears,
"Jesse, I don't want Daddy to go to work today."
In the back of my mind
I recalled all of the fun over the years.
Hey Daddy,
I promise I tried to hold back the tears,
But I couldn't; I cried, it hurt so bad.
I could've died, it made me so mad
To know that I couldn't stop you from leaving.
Now the whole family is grieving,
But no one is as hurt as I am.
I lost my best friend when you left.
I lost my Buddy, my Brother, my Friend.
Hey Daddy,
I can't write anymore,
The tears are falling and the ink is fading.
I haven't really been myself lately.
Hey Daddy,
I just couldn't hold back.
Cut me some slack.
Hey Daddy,
Please come back.
Hey Daddy,
Friend
Brother
Dad
Please Come Back
Love Always,
Your Son,
Jesse DebenportLatest Shared StoryThis poem was a major speaker of my feelings toward my father who at this time is not present in my life. I resent him for all the emotional and physical abuse, but I often catch myself...
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26. A Message For Him
A Message For My Father In HeavenNo one can love me as much as you.
In you, I know I'm not alone.
Your smile gives me happiness behind sadness.
Your memories give me strength behind darkness.
You had been my reason since then
To fight and continue living,
To endure every pain, no matter how much I suffer,
And to believe that I can still do better.
I'll love you forever; that's my promise.
Eating together, that's what I really miss.
I will work hard for the family
And do my best to make them happy.
I know that you'll always be there,
Guiding us and protecting us from any danger.
That's why I want to say thank you
And tell you that someday I want to be like you.Latest Shared StoryI lost my dad the year 2011 when I was writing my WEAC examination. It was devastating, but I had to pull through. When I think of him, I always wish he was around me to teach me how to be a...
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27. At The Bottom Of The Bottle
How To Love An Alcoholic FatherAt the bottom of the bottle
his feelings won't show.
He'll let no one know
the feelings he hides.
Real late at night,
his feelings ignite
at the bottom of the bottle.
When his pain goes away,
he feels ashamed
to feel so insane.
He'll never know it's all right,
so for his liquor he'll fight,
and his pain goes away
at the bottom of the bottle.
It's a sad sight.
His lifestyle is traumatic.
Moving out, I'll be ecstatic.
It's unfortunate, I know,
but that doesn't mean I won't go.
It's a sad sight
at the bottom of the bottle. -
28. My Dad
Poem About Dad Providing Strength To ChildAs a kid when I watched you walk,
Leaving behind your foot mark,
I leaped and jumped to match that stride,
Never succeeded however hard I tried.
Now no more a kid and grown up in all ways,
I still struggle every moment every single day
To stick to your path, no matter come what may,
Where unbounded faith and principles lead the way.
After every fall of mine you made me stand up right,
Wiping away my tears and making me smile bright,
Inspiring me not to lose my heart in the moments of fright,
Telling me the real meaning of life is to fight.
Opening the doors, some old and some new,
To show me the world and its view,
Telling me moments of sorrow are few
And each of them teaches us a chapter that is new.
Like the fresh air that I breathe in,
Like flesh and blood protected by skin,
And the heart that beats deep within,
You are by my side through my problems, thick and thin.
To the Almighty today I place a request on the altar
If I am bound to another life later,
Again and again I want only you as my father,
As you have been my only strength to not falter. -
29. To You, My Daddy
I have to tell you how I feel
Sometimes my words may not seem real
You do what you do to make me laugh when I cry
Most importantly you always try
I know that no matter what or where
You will always and forever be right there
You loved me then, You love me now
Knowing this it is hard to frown
I love you more than words can tell
Life without you would be just Hell
Forever in my heart I know you will be
I thank the Stars YOU made me
You are my daddy, You should know
No matter how little I let it show
Thank you for all your love and caring
"I Love You Daddy"
Forever your heart will be hearing -
30. My Father's Words
A Father's Way With WordsMy father is a man of his word
A man interested in your word
A man of many words
A man of few words
A man of encouraging words
A man of truthful words
A man of motivational words
A man of calming words
A man of loving words
A man of instructional words
A man of humorous, witty words
A man of firm, gritty words
A man of forgiving words
A man of imperfect words
A man who models God's Word
My father, I appreciate his every wordLatest Shared StoryWow, I was fortunate to actually give this lovely poem a vote today. Now it's published. Congratulations! Well deserved.
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31. My Caring Dad
I love my Dad and he loves me
He cares for me and leads me
Through good times and bad
He cares for me and helps me
And teaches me all the rules of life
He is my dad my protector
My dad helps me up when I'm down
When life gets hard he is the one I call
He can make you happy
He can make you laugh
He will always be there for me because he's my dad
He is my dad my key to happiness
My dad
My protector
My joy
My keeper
But most importantly my dadLatest Shared Storythis touched me because I did not have my dad all my life and my mom past . so I live with my grandmother she very special to me . my dad is a very good father but he's been through some...
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32. Friendship With Dad
Not many people can say
they have a true friend
Someone that stands by your side
and shows devotion with no end
The person that encourages you
to reach for your dreams and goals
The one that understands the hardships
hidden deep within your soul
That person that stays up at night
When you need a listening ear
The only person in the world
that knows your deepest fear
That shoulder that you cry on
When life doesn't go according to plan
They help you dust yourself off
and muscle the strength to stand
That person you can count on
When times are good and bad
Someone you're blessed with...
I call mine Dad! -
33. Little Palms
One day a teardrop will fall from the sky
And on that day, out of joy, I will cry
Within my arms I'll hold you tight
And as you open your eyes to me you'll know everything will be alright
One day I will plant my seed
And watch you grow into this love that I need
I'll come home from work and put your little palm in mine
We'll go for walks, talk, enjoy life, and forget about time
Put your little palm in my massive hand
I'll teach you the ways of life so that you'll understand
When you're sick and I've got sleepless nights
It'll be such a gorgeous sight to see you sleep in the middle of the night
When we come home from our walks in the park
And your mom's complaining about her stretch marks
We'll smother her with hugs and kisses and say she's still beautiful, so beautiful tonight
So put your little palm in mine and enjoy the night
Your love from me is worth more than gold
And it will continue to grow as you get old
Like the cats in the cradle and the silver spoon we'll stay out together and watch the moon
Tuck you in before you go to bed
Butterfly kisses upon your forehead
Never miss a dance recital or little league game and even if I did I'd love you all the same
So put your little palm in mine and come walk with me
My happiness you'll sure see
I know how much you'll want to celebrate
The day after you finally graduate
I'll provide the alcohol but only before eight
And as long as friends be sure to designate
And if your prom doesn't go as planned
Put your little palm in my hand
I'll lock away my heart and give you the key
As long as you save the last dance for me
So put your little palm in the center of my hand
And one day your father you'll understand
You'll move out of my home
And have kids of your own
And all the things I will have done you'll understand
One day when you kids put their little palms in the center of your hand -
34. I Love You Dad
I think God every day because you are always near.
When I need you the most,
We may be 800 miles apart, but you are always in my Heart.
I found so much Love in you, more than I could ever imagine.
When I was sad you believed in me, I had your Love from the start.
You always showed me the way to go, You were always there for me when I needed you the most.
I would not be able to go on to another day with out you.
I know I don't call all the time, and I'm sorry.
You brought so much Joy into my life, You helped me and never let me fall.
I think every day if I will ever see you again.
I know I should not think that, but I guess it is just a daughter thing.
Dad I don't think you know how much I Love You.
I remember all the fun we had.
I cry every time I think about you.
If I would lose you I don't know what I would do?
You gave me life and you let me live it.
Every breath that I take I remember that you gave me that rite to take that breath.
When I was sick you were always right there.
I will Always be your little girl, but I need to grow up and move on, but I will never move on from you.
I could go on for days but all you really need to know is that I Love You with all my heart.
And I will always be your little girl no matter how far or close to you I am.
I LOVE YOU DAD!!!!Latest Shared StoryThat is like my story but I am 10 years old and he lives in England and I live in Ireland and I haven't seen him in 3 years.
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35. A Father So Tall
A father is that special someone,
Who seems so very tall;
As he hold your hand in his,
When you are oh so small;
He rides you on his shoulders,
And watches when you play;
And laughs when you see a bug,
Then scream and run away;
He has a twinkle in his eye,
When you ask for your first date;
Then gives his approving nod,
And says, Just don't be late.
And now after all these years,
When I think about it all;
I see it was his caring love,
That made him seem so tall. -
36. Though I'm Gone I Feel Your Love
To my dear family,
I'm sending this from above,
That even though I'm gone from earth,
I can still feel your love,
And all the times we spent together,
Growing a love that would last forever,
Are times that will never leave,
Because you remember me.
I'm sorry about the timing,
For I didn't want to leave,
But God called me home,
So I fell into eternal sleep.
There was so much left to do here,
Cause God took me quite young,
I had a loving family,
And so much to teach my son.
I'm sure you all can make it,
You have God by your side,
And just to let you know,
I'm enjoying this long heavenly harley ride.
If any of you ever need me,
Just close your eyes and I'll be there,
I'll help you through your life,
If you remember how much I cared.
I want you all to know today,
That I love you very much,
And even though I'm gone from earth,
I can still feel your love.Latest Shared StoryI LOVE THIS POEM. I have no words to express my feelings. I lost my heart I lost my life I lost everything. I remember my dad who passed away almost four year ago. Aug 24 2010, when I was...
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37. The Power Of Love
A heart so gentle
A heart so pure
A heart so broken
There seems to be no cure
He does all he can
For everyone else
It's his turn to be happy
A man so willing
A man so kind
A man so loving
With too much on his mind
He does all he can
For everyone else
It's his turn to be happy
So I dedicate to him
This poem and my life
In hopes he will soon
Be rid of all strife
He does all he can
For everyone else
Dad, it's your turn to be happy
I don't want you
To work two jobs
I don't want
To see you cry
I don't want you
To keep losing sleep
I'm scared you're going to die
Please stop worrying
There is no need to fear
I don't want all the finest things
I just want you here
I know this doesn't amount
To all you've done for me
But I hope after reading this
You will be able to see
How much your happiness
Means to me
I love you dad...
So be happy! -
38. I Miss You Dad!
When I was a little girl,
I can still remember our happy moments we shared together.
People said that because I'm the only girl in the family, aside from my mom
That I'm a spoiled brat, but I guess I'm not.
You're my mentor, you taught me a lot of things in life, moral values,
Respect for elders, things that is useful to our everyday life.
As a Dad, you showed me of the how, the why, and the where,
No matter what has come about; you were always there.
That was spring of 2002 when I heard the news.
The doctor said you're in pain, and there's nothing they could do.
The result of your biopsy was you have cancer of the liver,
After I heard that, my world starts to shiver.
You talked to me and said you are dying,
My heart breaks when I heard you crying.
3 weeks later, you've left me.
That was so painful and the hardest thing to accept, for a grieving daughter that I am.
Years may come and go, but your memory will never be erased.
I once knew a man, who gave love at his best,
And no one can ever take your place. I miss you so much DAD!Latest Shared StoryP.D.J. - 1 January 2020 20:01
I lost my best friend. My whole entire world crashed before my eyes. My dad had a fatal heart attack (it's called the widow maker) in my mom's room. My mom... -
39. To Be Daddy's Girl Again Someday
Feeling lost without him
Feeling empty too
I used to be my daddy's girl
This I know was true.
Now that we have split apart
Gone our separate ways
I pray to God each night
To bring us back together someday.
Yet I fear this is impossible
Not right now anyway.
I still hold out hope
To be my daddy's girl again someday.
Yet still all I can say is,
I'm feeling lost without him
Feeling empty too
Dear God I'm still praying
Please oh please to help me get through.Latest Shared StoryI'm so sorry for your loss. Your story really touched my heart today. I am separated from my daughter now and I am sad everyday. She is 17 and I send her cards and letters. But I wish I could...
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40. Childhood Dreams
do you remember your childhood dreams
summertime excitement and cold ice creams
the glint of sunshine on your hair
as you stood and wanted at the summer fair
coconut shys and lucky dips
sticky fingers and candy floss lips
the flashing lights and thumping beat
your tired eyes and aching feet
your worn out legs so tired and heavy
your daddies arms are strong and steady
he holds you close his voice so clear
his soothing words ring in your ear
place you head upon my chest
his cuddles warm this is the best
this is a memory so strong and clear
a lovely memory of yesteryearLatest Shared StoryThis poem just tells my story. It just bought tears to my eyes. These are my memories. Exactly these. Don't have these anymore. Don't have my father loving me like this anymore. I go to bed...
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