She hath wings

You weren’t always in agreement with me,

But you were by my side;

Serious when you needed to be,

But always willing to chide.

You worked long hours to keep us fed,

Setting foot on many a shore-

Oh how I wish that just for one day,

You could come back through my door!

You fixed my wounds and waited in hospitals,

Driving me everywhere-

You bought me things I didn’t need,

Just to say, “I care”.

Although you didn’t always have the answers,

I believed you when you did-

And I have so many great memories

Of when I was just a kid!

Today I long to bring you gifts,

And hear you laugh again-

To throw my arms around your neck,

And let go of the pain.

I know that Father’s Day comes and goes,

But it reminds me of the bond we had;

I hope you knew how proud I was,

That I could call you Dad.

© M. Patterson 3.9.22