Raul Moreno Poet Quatrain

A Reflection of You

I never knew you as my daddy,
But in my heart you dwell.
I was too young to understand,
That ultimate farewell.

In my heart...I know you love me,
And watch over me and my two sons.
But one day we’ll walk hand-in-hand,
When this precious life...is done.

Everyday...I strive to be,
Half the person you were.
But when I sift my memories,
They always seem to blur.

I often ponder what life would be,
If you had that chance to stay.
But your departure transformed me,
Into the strong girl...I am today.

One thing I fail to notice,
Is in everything I do.
That through the eyes of others,
I cast a reflection of you.



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Written for my friend, Lacy!

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Mitch White March 18, 2010 at 10:32 PM Very nice and thoughtful too

Charmaine Chircop February 27, 2010 at 3:30 AM I have a feeling i read this story..It sounds familiar,or its just a feeling,,this is a gem,heartbreaking indeed..Charma

Steve Edmonds February 27, 2010 at 12:13 AM A very touching and moving poem. I know the feeling all to well of not having your dad here still with you. Watching your kids grow and to share the enjoyment or stories of what the kids have done. I had time with my father but to me the time wasn't long enough.

Linda-Marie Sweetheart February 26, 2010 at 3:11 PM Beautiful poetry from your gifted pen Raul .. wonderful write for a friend.. I have written poems for other also at their request or sometimes just because... your rhyme is perfection.. as rhyme if my forte in poetry... enjoyed .. and related well as I lost my Daddy when I was only 3 and miss his handsome face ... thankxxx for sharing Raul.. luv.. Linda-Marie ..

Sara Kendrick February 26, 2010 at 2:35 PM Great Rhyme in this one Raul. I am sure that this friend was glad to read and have a copy to hold of this one. Keep the creative pen flowing. Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my work. Sara

February 26, 2010 at 12:11 PM Wow! The emotion comes through your words in this one. Nice tribute to your friend. Thank you for sharing it with us and for your kind comment. Have a good weekend. Karen

Carrie Richards February 26, 2010 at 8:44 AM What a poem that speaks from the heart! And what a caring friend you are for knowing how to say it! Love, Carrie

Iolanda Scripca February 26, 2010 at 1:00 AM I was lucky to have both parents in my life even after I moved to the US (I would invite them every other year for 6 months at a time) I cannot imagine to live your life just longing and wondering what would have been like to grow up with a Dad. And when you think that some "kids" don't appreciate their parents who are still alive...Sad! Emotional quatrain, dear Raul