Father's Day Poems

Father's Day Poems

Poems Celebrating Dad and Father's Day

Father's Day is not as respected and popularly observed as Mother's Day. There is a simple reason for this. Although almost everyone has difficult issues with their mothers, there is no doubt as to their mother's love. The same is not true for fathers. Because men have a more difficult time expressing their feelings to their children, many children go through life with the mistaken notion that their fathers don't love them. This is a tragedy because fathers generally love their children dearly and often work long hours so that they can raise their children in comfort.

36 Poems for Father's Day

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  1. 1. Silent, Strong Dad


    • By Karen K. Boyer
    • Published: November 2006

    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. My Dad


    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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    I just recently lost my dad. He was my everything. He raised me because my mother wasn't around much. I can relate to your poem and everyone's story. I looked up to my dad. He did 3 tours in...

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  5. 3. Wish You Were Here


    Three months have passed.
    I'll never forget the day
    Someone rang to tell me
    That you'd gone away.

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    About two months ago I lost my father. I cannot say that it was unexpected, yet now I realize that there is nothing in life that can prepare us to bear this void. He remained in the intensive...

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  6. 4. My Blessing In Life


    • By Jessica L. Newsome
    • Published: August 2006

    Every morning I wake up and see
    The most handsome man lying next to me.
    He's the one I cherish and love,
    A blessing sent from Heaven above.

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    Married thirty seven years, and it still feels like yesterday. Communication is the road to success. Best wishes to all. Belfast xxx

  7. 5. My Dad


    • By Disarae G. Kuhn
    • Published: April 2006

    I know this man
    Who is dear to my heart.
    Suddenly one day
    It was torn all apart.

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    When I lost my dad to suicide, I read this poem to my family. I then decided that I wanted to share this with our close family at his service. Any day when I really miss him and when it's...

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  8. 6. Special Hero


    • By Christina M. Kerschen
    • Published: November 2006

    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.

  9. 7. Father's Day In Heaven

    I love you and I miss you, Dad,
    and though you've passed away,
    you'll never be forgotten,
    for I think of you each day.

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    My lovely dad passed away July 1, 1995. He had a heart of gold and would help anybody. He taught me everything I needed to know, and that's made me who I am today. I have a lot of happy...

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  10. 8. My Father, My Friend

    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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  11. 9. Father

    • By Jennifer S. Williams
    • Published: February 2006

    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

  12. 10. Memories Of My Dad

    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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  13. 11. Man Of The Year

    • By Aimee Rice
    • Published: June 2010

    You've been in our lives for so many seasons.
    I'm pouring my heart out for that very reason.
    I've given you life, my husband and friend.
    Our love affair shall never end,

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    I gave this poem to my dad on fathers day and he had tears in eyes because that is how sweet this poem is

  14. 12. Dad, What's It Like In Heaven?


    If time exists in heaven,
    Do you still rise with the sun?
    Do you and Mom share breakfast
    Before your day has begun?

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    This is a wonderful sentimental poem. It depicts a loving relationship between father and child. My father came into my life as an adult and unfortunately we did not get to make many...

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  15. 13. My Daddy

    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.

  16. 14. My One And Only Love

    The sound of YOUR voice is like...
    A whisper to my ears,
    Pure and pleasant to hear!
    The sparkle of YOUR eyes...

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  17. 15. What Is A Father

    • By Sally B. Williams
    • Published: December 2006

    A father is a person who loves and respects you.
    He is honest and he never neglects you.
    He is the greatest that your eyes will ever see.
    No other man like him will there ever be.

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    A father is a man who gives you enough room to make mistakes as you grow, crawl before you walk and watch you stubble along the way.

    He'll give you enough space to waddle in your...

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  18. 16. Daddy

    • By Ginger C. Smith
    • Published: July 2006

    I'm just sitting here thinking about what you mean to me,
    Remembering all the things you've done for me.
    You've been there for me from the start,
    Knowing what to say to keep me from falling apart,

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  19. 17. A Different Kind Of Hero

    • By Kelsee Briscoe
    • Published: February 2006

    He is not the kind of hero who is fighting in the war.
    He is not one who sails offshore.

    I don't call him Sergeant, Captain, or Sir.

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    Me too, but my dad is always at the coast for his work. I miss him so much, and now he is never here for Father's Day. I wish he could stay at home with my family.

  20. 18. You're My Best Friend

    • By Ashley
    • Published: June 2010

    You're more than a dad
    But a kind, loving man

    You showed me the ways

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    I know your pain, and l can relate it with mine, dear. Mine has taken ages without calling or visiting, and he's someone l always wish to be beside me whenever l feel like I'm lost. I lost...

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  21. 19. In Her Eyes

    • By Michelle W. Emerson
    • Published: April 2006

    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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  22. 20. Celebrating Fathers

    • By Don Mathis
    • Published: June 2017

    Fathers are fun - and serious too!
    And you learn more from them than you do at school.
    Think of all the good times you've had.
    How would it be without your dad?

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