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To My Father

A Poem for Father's Day

By Denise LarkinPublished 3 years ago 1 min read
To My Father
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In honor of a father's love so true,

I'll craft a verse that speaks of you.

A guiding light, a steadfast soul,

Your presence makes our spirits whole.

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With every step you took beside me,

You taught me how to be my pride.

Through trials faced and battles won,

You showed me how to overcome.

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Your hands, so calloused, strong, and kind,

Were always there, a shelter to find.

In your embrace, I found my peace,

A sanctuary that will never cease.

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Your wisdom, like a beacon's glow,

Illuminates the path I go on.

You shared your stories, life's great time,

And taught me lessons to guide me high.

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You stood tall, a pillar of might,

In storms, you shielded with your might.

Your courage echoed in every stride,

Inspiring me to face the tide.

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The laughter we shared, the tears we shed,

Moments cherished within my thread.

Your love, a flame that's burning bright,

Through darkest hours, a guiding light.

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Today, on this special Father's Day,

I bow my head and humbly say,

Thank you, dear father, for all you do and did,

For shaping me into the person I became.

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In your footsteps, I proudly trace,

Hoping to honor your sacred space.

Forever grateful, I'll always be,

For the gift of having you as my father.

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So, here's to you, my hero, my guide,

May joy and love forever reside.

Happy Father's Day, my dearest father,

In my heart, your legacy will be forever.

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About the Creator

Denise Larkin

A writer with a BA in Arts & Humanities (specialism Creative Writing), studying for an MA in Creative Writing, writes poetry and fictional short stories. The author of Time to Run, The Island of Love, Darkness, and The Non-Human.

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  • Rachel Steinmetzabout a year ago

    This is so, so beautiful. It is encouraging to see such words for in this generation, there is so much desrespect toward parents. this is so stunning!

  • This was so touching an emotional. A very wonderful tribute to your Father ❤️

  • Babs Iverson3 years ago

    Beautiful tribute!!! Loved it💕❤️❤️

  • Ruth Stewart3 years ago

    A lovely tribute!

  • Jack Ray3 years ago

    Heartfelt and deep.

  • James3 years ago

    Excellent poem about your father.

  • Poker Guy3 years ago

    Beautiful tribute to your father.

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