17 June 2012
I've browsed through the cards Time after time Read all the words posted Heartfelt in rhyme
At times I've been choked My eyes stung by tears As so many describe Happy growing up years
They express such deep love An unwavering affection For the man in their lives Who never asked for perfection
The one who made you feel safe Who no matter what, he was there Who picked you up when you fell Into depths of despair
A stalwart, a pole star Your unrelenting light The one who said 'you'd go far' And believed you just might...
And for just a brief moment I'm envious and sad Wondering how it would be To have what you've had
Would things have been different? With a decent father figure Would my problems have been tempered Instead of just getting bigger?
And then I shake myself Buck up, and arse kick self pity So what if my dad Is useless and shitty?
I got through it! I survived! Against the odds I came good I ain't the only one who's life Didn't go as it should
And though today really doesn't Mean that much to me Thanks for sharing your stories They're truly beautiful to see..
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Love Thy Father • Opuss № I