I saw you in the mist today
Gently rising from the road
My heart had so much to say
Though I knew that you were gone
My shadow sat beside me
So, I wouldn’t be alone
We chatted about memories
Scrolling pictures on my phone
Today it is your birthday
The first one since you left
melancholy found a way
to have its thoughts expressed
The sun climbed high into the sky
as if to say "good morning boo"
A soft and gentle butterfly
fluttered in the morning dew
So many things can take me back
to the memories we made
Each one so special, in fact
I'd never trade a single day
So, I'll wish you happy birthday
I hope that you enjoy the view
I wanted to take this time to say
I miss you dad, I love you
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Comments (4)
This is a wonderful tribute to your Dad. It's so poignant. I lost my Dad 14 months ago, I miss in so much. I feel he is with me. I'm sure your Dad can feel this beautiful love in your poem.
Beutifully penned, as always, Kelli. I'm sure he knows.
Great work. My dad's birthday is April 30 and I wish he was still here. I will see him again just not sure when.
This is so lovely. My dad's birthday is the 29th of April. and yes, I miss him more than words can express.