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. 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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  3. 2. In Her Eyes

    • By Michelle W. Emerson
    • Published by Family Friend Poems April 2006 with permission of the Author.

    The depth of a father's love shows in his daughter's eyes.
    What's known is what's shown from sunset to sunrise.
    A foundation built on more than just what is spoken.
    It's commitments kept and promises that go unbroken.

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    me and my dad are going through some tough times right now. He is not someone who easily forgives even if it's something small. I'm a teenager and it's just me and him. I tell him everyday...

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  5. 3. Special Hero


    • By Christina M. Kerschen
    • Published by Family Friend Poems November 2006 with permission of the Author.

    When I was a baby,
    you would hold me in your arms.
    I felt the love and tenderness,
    keeping me safe from harm.

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    I don't know how it feels, but I sure understand what this poem is all about. How I wish my dad was caring. To me, he only carries the title and doesn't act the meaning.

  6. 4. Last Chance

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

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    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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  7. 5. Blue

    • By Brian A. Haycock
    • Published by Family Friend Poems April 2006 with permission of the Author.

    She was born pink and soft with all of her toes
    She had my eyes and her mothers nose
    She cried for a moment and then settled down
    The angel of my life with hair of brown

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    Yeah, you're right that a father loves his daughter very much. Yes, the poem is very good.

  8. 6. Though I'm Gone I Feel Your Love

    • By Steven M. Hollifield
    • Published by Family Friend Poems August 2006 with permission of the Author.

    To my dear family,
    I'm sending this from above,
    That even though I'm gone from earth,
    I can still feel your love,

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    I 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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  9. 7. Father And Daughter

    • By Heather Twining
    • Published by Family Friend Poems April 2009 with permission of the Author.

    The bond between father and daughter happens instantly, starting right at birth.
    When a father first lays eyes on his little girl, he loves her more than anything on this earth.
    When a daughter grows older, her father is the first man she will love
    And the last one her father will have trouble letting go of.

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    My daughter recently lost her father. In a conversation with her, she was saying how sad it was that she had only received one card or written form of a message. Everyone had sent text...

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  10. 8. My Hero, Best Friend, My Daddy

    • By Crystal M. Hernandez
    • Published by Family Friend Poems March 2008 with permission of the Author.

    My daddy looks tough as nails
    And hard as metal.
    But the truth is easy to tell
    He's sweet and loving

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    I love my Daddy so much. He was my best friend. I love him so much. I still cry. I won't get another best friend. It hurts too much. I try to be the best person I can be and would help anyone...

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  11. 9. 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!

  12. 10. Daddy, I Love You

    • By Laura Phipps
    • Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006 with permission of the Author.

    You held me up when I was weak.
    You hugged me close when tears I'd weep.
    When things got hard, you pushed me through.
    You always showed me you loved me true.

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    My dad passed away 2 months ago and I can not forget and my mom and I are sad. I know that he is not in any more pain in heaven.

  13. 11. 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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    • Votes 2011
    • Rating 4.55
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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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  14. 12. 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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  15. 13. Father

    • By Jennifer S. Williams
    • Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006 with permission of the Author.

    When I scratched my knee,
    Or if I bumped my head,
    When I was afraid of the dark,
    Or that thing under my bed,

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    Dear Dad, I want you to know I love you so much. What an amazing poem. I love everything you do for all of us. Love, Bella

  16. 14. 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.

  17. 15. 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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  18. 16. To Be Daddy's Girl Again Someday

    • By Katherine Cannon
    • Published by Family Friend Poems September 2006 with permission of the Author.

    Feeling lost without him
    Feeling empty too
    I used to be my daddy's girl
    This I know was true.

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    • Votes 824
    • Rating 4.42
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    I'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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  19. 17. Wondrous Magical Times

    The child held to her
    daddy's hand.
    She stood upon his feet,
    and as they danced to the music,

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    I loved the poem but I really can't relate to it because it was hard for my dad when he was growing up because he never had anyone like the little girl does in the poem. He never had a father...

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  20. 18. 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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    • Votes 1139
    • Rating 4.54
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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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  21. 19. 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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    • Stories 3
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    • Votes 74
    • Rating 4.47
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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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  22. 20. Happy Father's Day

    • By Elisa Garcia
    • Published by Family Friend Poems September 2008 with permission of the Author.

    I was not sure what to get you
    On this very special day
    So I decided to write this poem from my heart
    I have some things I need to say:

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    • Rating 4.25
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    Through you I have learned to show dedication. Even though it has been hard times but in future I know that you will always be with me as well as I will be with you Amen

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