About Her

A loving child has touched my heart
with her cute smile right from the start;
I was stunned. A father - who me?
until this precious little life I did see.
She's turned my world inside out,
and has taught me what life's really all about.
How can a child carry such a force?
In her mind, she never had to coerce.
I find myself letting go more and more,
and I do not ever want to know a cure;
I see my life is now not only about me
but about this loving child - laughing with glee.
I grew up in this world not long ago
because of my daughter I do love so;
she's changed my life forever - that much I know,
and I thank God for letting me watch her grow.


For "My Children" contest sponsored by Walayee Whitlock.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Brown Avatar
June 27, 2011 at 8:01 AM
Congratulations on your win in Lay's "My Children" contest George. Love, Carol
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June 24, 2011 at 1:44 PM
I am so glad to see this theme from a father's perspective..have seen how they love their daughters, they are like completely besotted. You are a wonderful father , Congrats to you for this win and all the joys... gautami
Johnson Avatar
June 23, 2011 at 7:12 PM
She's lucky to have a daddy who is not afraid to talk of his love for his child. Congratulations on your win. Love, Joyce
Sweetheart Avatar
June 23, 2011 at 5:56 PM
Congrats George on your wonderful win in children contest with this stunning write my friend.. a wonderful piece.. enjoy with luv..
Devonshire Avatar
June 19, 2011 at 11:58 AM
Your love for your daughter shines through your words, George. Although I was not blessed with children, I can see how they alter people's lives. Wishing you a top spot in Lay's contest! Love, Carolyn
Hendricks Avatar
June 19, 2011 at 10:11 AM
Awwww, touching. Happy Father's Day to you and good luck in Walayee's contest. Good entry, George. :))
Wesley Avatar
June 19, 2011 at 8:12 AM
A tender write about being a father.
Brown Avatar
June 19, 2011 at 5:34 AM
Inspiration has filled the pages of poetry over this weekend here at PoetrySoup. I am happy to have been able to read your poetry here today George. Have a wonderful Sunday I will be back soon to read more. Love, Carol
Mehta Avatar
June 18, 2011 at 6:51 PM
Lovely expressions on the fatherly love, George
Yamin Avatar
June 18, 2011 at 12:43 PM
Absolutely charming poem, George -skillfully written in rhyming verse form. Great! -Mohammad
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June 18, 2011 at 12:17 PM
a pleasure to be the first to comment here, george... a treasure of a poem ; a treasured love between father and child.. winning wishes! :) huggs, nette
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