Father's Day

For Dad

Time can be so very unkind,
Erasing memories from our mind
But there are some I remember well
It’s of these I wish to tell:

Baseball and opera, all in one day
You drove; we talked and rode a long way.
You took me to the place I was born
Along village paths ancient and worn.

Burgers for all of us in the back of the car,
Trips to Florida, Montreal, places near and far,
A favourite film seen again and again
Words to the songs imprinted and then,

From you, I got a lifelong love of sweets,
Music, reading, sports and more treats,
A short temper but quick to forgive,
So many lessons I needed to live.

I will remember, I will never forget
The kind of father you are still yet
Loving, kind, honourable and giving
Who shows me how to make life worth living:

Hold your friends and family close,
Be there when they need you most,
Face your troubles when they come,
Don’t be afraid and never run.

Love God and country and take care
Listen, learn and always be fair.
These things I took from life with you
For them and more I thank you too.

How can I say what it means to be sure
That you are on my side forever more?
I love you Dad, that’s how it’s said
And I’m grateful for the life you’ve led.