Father Poems

Father Poems

Poems about Dad

Our fathers carry half of our genetic makeup. Our relationship with our father plays a huge part of who we will become. In many segments of society, people grow up without ever knowing their fathers. This is unfortunate because fathers should play as important a role in raising their children as mothers. A father is the model of a man for his daughter and she will choose a man who is like him. A father is the model for his son as well. Fortunately, there is a trend for fathers to be more active in their children's lives.

61 Poems about Fathers and Sons and Daughters

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  1. 1. For My Dad

    • By Helen K. Grandison-Whyte
    • Published by Family Friend Poems January 1, 2024 with permission of the Author.

    I sit here and wait. I wait for your chest to rise; I wait for you to open your eyes. I lay in bed and wait to hear... to hear that door open and Mum calmly come out, because that means you didn't bow out. I watch you smile, to hell with the pain, your spirit lifts when you see us all together again.

    I know you're in pain, it's a struggle every day, I know the goodbye that hangs in the air, but my heart isn't ready for the break that's waiting there. I try not to get stuck on what's to come, I don't want to grieve early, let's just have some rum. Let's laugh at the past, and live in the now, create new memories while time allows.

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    This poem really touched me, and I am a twelve-year old girl! I don't know what's going on now, if he's still fighting or not, but I just want to tell you that you can always pray and God...

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  3. 2. Daddy

    Famous Poem

    You do not do, you do not do
    Any more, black shoe
    In which I have lived like a foot
    For thirty years, poor and white,

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  5. 3. He's My Dad

    Muddy boots and overalls, he stood about six two
    He was a country bumpkin; hard work was what he knew
    A carpenter, a roofer, a jack of many trades
    Countless hours of hard labor with not much time to play

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  6. 4. My Dad


    • By Vicky Frye
    • Published by Family Friend Poems June 2015 with permission of the Author.

    If I could write a story,
    It would be the greatest ever told.
    I'd write about my daddy,
    For he had a heart of gold.

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    Hi. I just lost my Daddy September 28, 2023. I am a 60 year old woman who lives in my hometown. So when my brothers and son told my my daddy was ill, I immediately called his doctor and got...

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  7. 5. Daddy's Little Girl

    • By Ashley N
    • Published by Family Friend Poems June 2018 with permission of the Author.

    In your eyes, I see grace,
    Full of love and encased
    With a hope that burns bright in the dark.
    Through your love, I know God.

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    My dad has always been there for me at times when I think I can't keep going, but he never stops telling me that I can accomplish anything in my life.

  8. 6. Tears In My Daddy's Eyes

    • By Unknown Mystery
    • Published by Family Friend Poems June 2015 with permission of the Author.

    He was always my pillar when I knew I'd fall,
    Always my anchor so strong and tall.
    His hard face changes only for me.
    His softer side, so careless and free.

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    I just got so emotional after reading this poem. I love my dad a lot. I want to fulfill his dreams. He always makes me happy, and he always does hard work for us. He never shows his weakness...

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  9. 7. Fishing With Dad

    • By Douglas J. Williams
    • Published by Family Friend Poems April 2006 with permission of the Author.

    I remember my dad waking me up at 4 o'clock.
    Barely getting up with my eyes half shut,
    Getting ready and packing up dad's truck,
    Hoping to catch some fish down at the dock.

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  10. 8. Family Circle

    • By Melissa G. Nicks
    • Published by Family Friend Poems April 2006 with permission of the Author.

    When I am born, you are here
    In your eye, I see a tear
    Time flies and already I'm two
    "Look, Daddy, I can tie my shoe!"

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    Wow! Words cannot describe the quality of this poem. It is touching and another thing is that it co-relates with life's reality. Thanks a lot and thumbs up for the great job!

  11. 9. Only A Dad

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    Only a dad, with a tired face,
    Coming home from the daily race,
    Bringing little of gold or fame,
    To show how well he has played the game,

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    Hello everyone. It’s a Monday morning, and I’ve just begun working, but somewhere in my mind throughout the day I keep remembering my dad and his deeds. No matter how tired I become, I still...

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  12. 10. Silent, Strong Dad


    • By Karen K. Boyer
    • Published by Family Friend Poems November 2006 with permission of the Author.

    He never looks for praises.
    He's never one to boast.
    He just goes on quietly working
    For those he loves the most.

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    I was born blind. I, like my father, had congenital (at birth) bilateral (both sides) cataracts. My vision was far worse than dad's though. My dad was always there (along with my mom) to...

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  13. 11. Memories Of My Dad

    • By Rebecca D. Cook
    • Published by Family Friend Poems November 2006 with permission of the Author.

    He wasn't a hero
    Known by the world,
    But a hero he was
    To his little girl.

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    Awesome appreciation and wonderful thanksgiving to a father. No love and care can be compared with that of a father. My dad, too, is my friend and guide who always remains beside me and helps...

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  14. 12. Broken Hearted Daughter

    • By Tarryn Miller
    • Published by Family Friend Poems June 2014 with permission of the Author.

    Photographs of you holding me in your arms,
    You protected me from any kind of harm,
    You influenced me to play guitar,
    I was always your number one rock star.

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  15. 13. My Father, My Friend

    • By Peggy Stewart
    • Published by Family Friend Poems June 2015 with permission of the Author.

    For my father, my friend,
    This to me you have always been.
    Through the good times and the bad,
    Your understanding I have had.

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    I love this poem. My papa is the masterpiece of God as my father. I have seen him in pain when I was suffering, and he had suffered much more than me to get me out. In those horrible days,...

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  16. 14. Daddy, Can You Hear Me In Heaven?

    • By Lupita Cruz
    • Published by Family Friend Poems October 2013 with permission of the Author.

    Daddy, can you hear me up there in heaven,
    Way up high?
    Are you an angel? Do you have wings?
    And can you really fly?

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    Very touching poem. This brought tears to my eyes. We have to believe that Love can transcend death and our loved ones are right there with us in just a different way, but it's so hard to...

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  17. 15. A Daughter's Cure

    • By ReNee A. Reising
    • Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006 with permission of the Author.

    Sometimes life throws us curve balls,
    And nothing he does is fair.
    We know we have a lot of differences,
    But with a dad's love, who cares?

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    This poem made me tear up just from reading it. It's so relatable and definitely made me appreciate my father much more. I love you dad!

  18. 16. Last Chance

    • By Stefanie
    • Published by Family Friend Poems August 2008 with permission of the Author.

    Analysis of Form and Technique

    My heart aches, Dad,
    For the things you won't do.
    My soul breaks, Dad,
    For all that we've been through.

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    My dad is a substance abuser. He is abusive physically, emotionally and mentally in every possible way imagine. Since I could remember he has degraded my mum, my brothers and me. My mum...

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  19. 17. My Baby Girl

    • By Donald Watson
    • Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006 with permission of the Author.

    It seems like only yesterday
    With a teardrop in my eye
    That you were born into this world
    With a whimper and a cry

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    To my baby girl, Larissa Coleman. No matter where you are, remember to hold your heart 'cause mom is with you.

  20. 18. A Soldier's Reason

    • By Jason E. Rose
    • Published by Family Friend Poems May 2006 with permission of the Author.

    I can remember the first time that I
    saw your smiling face,
    I held you close to my heart, you could
    probably hear it race.

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    Wow!!!!!! A beautiful poem :D I love it, it's so touching

  21. 19. My Daddy

    • By Ranja Kujala
    • Published by Family Friend Poems July 2009 with permission of the Author.

    I sit and look back to how far I can remember,
    And you are always there next to me.
    Each and every day you were helping me grow up,
    And making me be the best that I can be.

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    I really loved this poem. It's very touching and helpful because my dad's not here, but he is always in my heart. It helps me when he's gone.

  22. 20. Friendship With Dad

    • By Tukesha Ware
    • Published by Family Friend Poems August 2010 with permission of the Author.

    Not many people can say
    they have a true friend
    Someone that stands by your side
    and shows devotion with no end

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