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Father of Three

Father of three Arthur by name, the arts were his passion Teacher of accounting, Little League, whistling Heard on radio performing original children’s stories Even tempered, steadfast mentor and protector Raised by an aunt to be the father he never had Singer, dancer, player of the sax and clarinet Dad, this Father’s Day I stare at your portrait And a few teardrops fall again Your absence is never missed more than on Fathers Day *May 19, 2021 For L. Milton Hankins “A Tribute to Fathers” contest

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/12/2021 2:18:00 PM

this is so lovely, Carolyn . I can't believe I never saw it until now. Belated Congrats on your win

Kim Merryman

Date: 6/3/2021 7:53:00 PM

He sounds like a wonderful man, Carolyn! Your poem is a fitting tribute. Congrats on your win! Blessings, Kim M

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 6/5/2021 3:56:00 PM

He was the best man I have ever known. My husband was a close second. Thanks for reading, Kim!

Eve Roper

Date: 6/2/2021 9:42:00 PM

Carolyn, congratulations on your win. Enjoyed reading. My warmest wishes. God bless you. <3

Beata Agustin

Date: 6/2/2021 7:10:00 PM

Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this wondrous tribute to your Dad. Delightful and delighting from the start til the end. God bless you.

L Milton Hankins

Date: 6/2/2021 9:17:00 AM

Congratulations, Carolyn, for your placement among the winners of my poetry contest. Very deserving!

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 6/5/2021 3:56:00 PM

Thank you, Milton!

Judy Ball

Date: 5/25/2021 6:29:00 PM

Lovely tribute to a fine man and father. God Bless my friend. JB

Gershon Wolf

Date: 5/22/2021 8:10:00 PM

Wonderful tribute, Carolyn. Your father overcame a lot in being such a great father without ever having a father himself to model the role for him. ~ gw

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 5/23/2021 4:42:00 PM

When I was growing up, all my friends liked my father. He didn't mind picking up half a dozen students after a school dance and driving each one home. Thanks for your lovely comments!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 5/22/2021 6:47:00 AM

How fortunate for you to have such a wonderful father Carolyn. I loved this beautiful tribute to him. Blessings, Connie xxoo

Joanna Daniel

Date: 5/21/2021 9:02:00 PM

Wonderful tribute to a wonderful father, Carolyn:)

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 5/21/2021 9:07:00 AM

My dad plays the clarinet. We are missing my Mom. She died last month so I join you in those tears. We hoped she’d be here for Mother’s Day. Heartbreak. Great tribute to your Dad!

Sotto Poet

Date: 5/20/2021 1:35:00 PM

A beautiful expression of love It's impossible to imagine him as anything but devoted to his children.

Juliet Ligon

Date: 5/20/2021 9:50:00 AM

Beautiful, personalized tribute. It sounds like he was a wonderful father.

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 5/20/2021 6:00:00 AM

Such a blessing to read and it is a inspiration for sure. God bless you sweet friend, love, Gina

Alexis Y.

Date: 5/19/2021 2:27:00 PM

Hi Carolyn, It sounds like you had an amazing father. Best wishes in the contest. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis

Rico Leffanta

Date: 5/19/2021 12:26:00 PM

I liked best your comment, "I was blessed with a remarkable father!" Lucky you! Well done!

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 5/20/2021 6:53:00 AM

Indeed, I was lucky. Thanks for reading, Rico.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 5/19/2021 10:49:00 AM

Great memories never go away. I know from experience. Lovely tribute.

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 5/19/2021 11:13:00 AM

Thank you for reading, Victor.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/19/2021 10:09:00 AM

Memories are all we have some point in our lives. A touching tribute you wrote my friend. Love for your father illuminates this poem, Carolyn. You have his blessings. All the best.

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 5/19/2021 10:30:00 AM

Yes, I hold memories close to my heart. Thanks for your kind comments, Vijay!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/19/2021 8:44:00 AM

Beautiful tribute to your father Carolyn, they live on in your heart and the happy memories that you made. Good luck in the contest Tom

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 5/19/2021 10:29:00 AM

Thanks for reading, Tom. I was blessed with a remarkable father.