I Remember You, Dad
From first memories of popscicles
And a walks in the park,
of kittens and puppies,
and fireworks after dark.
I remember you, Daddy.
I remember:
You always came
home for lunch
then, kissed Mom goodbye
when you left saying:
"See you later"
I remember you,Dad.
I remember:
Sitting down for
supper and you saying
"Who wants to hear the
story of my Navy career?
"We do, Dad," we'd cry.
I remember you, Sailor.
I remember:
My first year away to school
You wrote to me without fail,
a letter, and an envelope filled
with bobbypins, chewed pencils,
fresh gum,and a nail.
Boy, do I ever remember you, Dad.
I remember:
My first birthday
away from home, at 25.
You called and sang
Happy Birthday
over the phone.
Yes, I remember you, Dad.
I remember:
So many things, so many years,
So many smiles, so many tears.
So many things not written here.
Let me make it perfectly clear...
I'll always remember you, Dad.
I'll remember:
The fountain where we went for walks,
And the man with whom I had long talks.
I am who I am because
you were strong.
And, today, now that you are gone,
Though I may be sad,
I will have my happiest memories
when I remember you, Dad.
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