My Very Special Gift

Since it is Father's day, I thought I would share a Father's Day poem I wrote for my dad many years ago. My dad has had a huge impact in my life.  He passed away a few years ago, so he is not here today to honor.  I am missing him!  I am posting this as a tribute to him, and to all of you other amazing dad's out there.  Thank you for your wonderful influence in our lives! 

My Very Special Gift

Before I was born

Our dear Father knew,

My decisions and trials

Wouldn't be few.

So he gave me a gift

To help me along.

To guide me and teach me

To choose right from wrong.

With this blessing to me,

I was sent on my way,

And was given to you

On a cold New Years Day.

All through my life

This gift I have cherished,

Without which I know

I soon would have perished.

My gift is a friend

So unselfish and kind.

When I asked for his help,

He never did mind.

I wrote this to thank you

For all that you do.

For this special gift, Dad,

Is none other but you.

                                                       ~ Elizabeth