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By Queen's Decree

In days of old the poets told a tale A scout rode out to search the unforseen To gather food and drink, to blaze a trail A pious nobleman, charged by his queen He was a fearless man and very wise Outwitting those mistaking him a fool His principles he would not compromise His creed of life, "Obey the Golden Rule" For many years he rode and sacrificed His health and wealth, yet never one complaint His pay for services grossly mispriced They mourned him in the end, a selfless saint The poets often cried, the tale so sad His queen decreed henceforth,"He'll be called Dad" Daniel Turner Thank you Dad

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Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 3/22/2023 12:59:00 PM

Awesome and sweet tribute to Dad. Mine was definitely a King, a knight in shining armor. Nicely written Daniel. :)

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/22/2023 1:40:00 PM

Thanks, Linda. I had exceptional parents. I just didn't realize it until I became a parent. I am glad you had a decent man also. They weren't too hard to find back in those days. Great to see you. We'll chat again. Be well!

Jaymee Thomas

Date: 3/17/2023 9:41:00 PM

This is beautifully crafted, and it was a shocking and pleasing surprise at the end. I have a lot to learn and this is a wonderful model for the kind of depth I hope to achieve. Thank you for sharing your gift.

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/17/2023 9:56:00 PM

Thank you, Jaymee. I appreciate your time and kind comment. Great to look up and see a new face:) Have a super weekend.

Tony Hargreaves

Date: 3/16/2023 12:09:00 PM

Hi Daniel. Enjoyed this one. Shakesperian sonnet. Seems this style still performs well some centuries later. Yes, in days of old the poets told a tale. Each poem discussing/arguing through a theme. Brilliant. All the best.

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/16/2023 12:26:00 PM

Thank you, Tony. It is my favorite form:) I appreciate your kindness and support. Be well my friend.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 3/13/2023 7:11:00 PM

I honestly couldn't decide whether to laugh or cry. Looks to me as if 'Dad' is the whipping boy here. (I'm not a 'Long Live the Queen' type.) Oh, well. ~ Honest Abe

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/13/2023 7:21:00 PM

That's ok. I do not offend easily. Real dads sacrifice all for their family. The queen(wife) stays with the children while the dad does the heavy lifting. merely a simple tribute poem. Thank you for your honesty, my friend. I will try harder not to be so vague:)

Mahtab Bangalee

Date: 3/12/2023 11:02:00 PM

just great to read the couplet; nice to read; thanks for sharing with us such beautiful Sonnet

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/13/2023 5:48:00 AM

Thank you for taking the time to read and comment, Mahtab. I honestly appreciate your kindness and your support.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 3/12/2023 4:21:00 PM

A father is a treasure forever, Great write Daniel Pangie

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/12/2023 4:38:00 PM

Thank you, Pangie, I was blessed, I had an exceptional dad. I appreciate your time and support. Great to see you again. i hope you are feeling OK today:)

Ann Peck

Date: 3/12/2023 11:29:00 AM

Your last line is so lovely, Daniel. In fact, the whole poem is!

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/12/2023 11:40:00 AM

Thank you Ann. I appreciate your kindness and your support. Always glad to see you:)

Joanna Daniel

Date: 3/12/2023 8:39:00 AM

Lovely dedication to your dad, DT, he must be proud:)

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/12/2023 8:46:00 AM

Thanks Jo. I can only hope:) Great to see you on this rainy Sunday morning:)

Pashang Salehi

Date: 3/11/2023 10:39:00 AM

Exceptional poetry...

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/11/2023 10:58:00 AM

Thank you my friend. Great to see you again, Pashang. I have been busy but I will soup mail you later today. Have a wonderful weekend:)

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 3/11/2023 8:27:00 AM

It sounds like your dad was indeed a nobleman, it is a gift to have someone like that in your life, thank you for sharing this poet's tale~

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/11/2023 8:38:00 AM

Thank you for the friendly visit, Michelle. I appreciate your support. Have a great weekend:)

Lisa Ricci

Date: 3/11/2023 7:19:00 AM

Good Morning Daniel. So touching and sentimental are your words and entry. Beautifully expressed in every way. Thank you for sharing your poetic talent. And yes, I was blessed to have the saint of saints known as my dad. Have a wonderful morning and weekend too. Blessings to all dads. (smile)

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/11/2023 7:33:00 AM

Good morning, Lisa. I appreciate your kindness, your time and your support. My dad was a powerful influence on my life as I am sure was yours. have a wonderful weekend:)

Sara Kendrick

Date: 3/11/2023 3:07:00 AM

Ahhh!! I like the ending on this one. Some dads meet those criteria but some fall far short. Thank you for sharing and for dropping by my page. Sara

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/11/2023 5:32:00 AM

Thank you, Mrs Sara. One can only get so much in 14 Lines. LOL. I appreciate your time and comment. Have a great weekend.

Harry Horsman

Date: 3/10/2023 11:40:00 PM

How time have changed, Daniel. Your Sonnet form proves this so. Love the poem, and its very soul, the sentiment.. Harry

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/11/2023 5:30:00 AM

Thank you, Harry. That is a fact and the more dad's change the more the family changes. Take care of yourself and have a great weekend.

Ilene Bauer

Date: 3/10/2023 12:15:00 PM

A beautifully written tribute to your dad and dads everywhere, Daniel!

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/10/2023 1:16:00 PM

Thank you, Ilene. Have a super weekend:)

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 3/10/2023 9:38:00 AM

A wonderful tribute to saintly dads!

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/10/2023 9:55:00 AM

Thank you, Kim. have a great weekend:)

Margarita Lillico

Date: 3/10/2023 7:39:00 AM

Obey The Golden Rule! I like that. Dedication is no longer a prerogative of employees, online or I’m fine:) Great story, as always!

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/10/2023 7:48:00 AM

Thanks, Maggie. Have a wonderful weekend:)

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/10/2023 7:24:00 AM

- That generation never complained, Daniel ... and they did their job... and even more - A well deserved tribute .. beautifully written :) - hugs

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/10/2023 7:48:00 AM

Thank you, Anne. have a super weekend.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/10/2023 5:09:00 AM

I like the message of your tale, Daniel. They sacrifice their lives in service of others. A wonderful tribute to your Dad and all Dads of this world.

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/10/2023 7:47:00 AM

Thank you, Vijay. have a great weekend:)