A Man of Your Own Part Two

A Man Of Your Own  part two

Forgive me father, it has been a while 
as you know reaching out is not my style 
Life can be tough when following our dreams 
with difficult tests like turbulent streams 

Son, you will find such waters always deep 
I'll always stand guard and watch as you sleep 
My duty to help you set your life straight 
and always be there before it's too late 

One has to learn to be independent 
sometimes life is dark, not so resplendent 
I've met a girl and she could be the one 
her love makes me want to stay not to run 

I see you are an honorable man 
slow down, think deep and form a solid plan 
When true love is found, you have to embrace 
do not let emotions bring you disgrace 

As your son, you brought me up to be wise 
love is not a game, nor is she a prize 
Her character is just like mother's heart 
in my life she is an important part 

Blessings on you both if this love is gold 
if like mother, she's beautiful and bold 
Pray your marriage brings you both great rewards 
life shuffles the deck, we just play the cards.

Collaboration with my good friend Silent One
1-19- 2016
Syllables: 10 per line

Note: A great pleasure composing again with my very talented friend Silent One.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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January 19, 2016 at 9:59 PM
always a joy to read Love LINDA
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January 19, 2016 at 5:58 PM
I just commented on SO that I love this collab so much. You both did a wonderful job! *smiles* *good job* -luloo
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January 19, 2016 at 9:46 AM
Robert, you and Silent one have penned another good collab. I was not disappointed part two is just as good as part one. Just like I told Silent One, these words could put on a hallmark card and given as gift to and father and son. Because they are words to live by. Well done - Alexis 7
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