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Coming To Papa

She comes to me with tear-stained eyes Snuggles close and gently sighs, “He said to me,” she whispered low, “I do not love you. I must go.” I put my arms around her, I held her tight. I told her he was probably not her kind A finer young man soon she would find “Another time, another place,” she agreed, I knew her heart was breaking, indeed. I put my arms around her, I held her tight. It was like when she was a little squirt Coming to papa when her heart was hurt, The joy of my life is being there for her My eyes welled up, my words were a blur. I put my arms around her, I held her tight. FIRST PLACE WINNER written July 17, 2021 edited slightly July 18, 2021 especially for "I See Love" Poetry Contest sponsored by Mystic Rose Rose

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Reason A. Poteet

Date: 7/26/2021 6:22:00 PM

Such a precious piece for dads and daughters who enjoy a close understanding relationship. I remember a comment my dad made to one of his granddaughters who had been through a nasty divorce and was dating a wonderful man, "You have finally found someone who loves you."

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/26/2021 7:36:00 PM

Thank you, Reason.

Reason A. Poteet

Date: 7/26/2021 6:22:00 PM

Congratulations, L.Milton, on a fine piece

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/26/2021 7:35:00 PM

Thank you so much for your affirmation, Reason. I really appreciate it.

Jan Allison

Date: 7/25/2021 11:09:00 AM

aww such a touching poem, wish i had had this type of relationship with my own father:-( hugs Jan xx

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/25/2021 12:49:00 PM

I think most of us do, Jan. Unfortunately, most of us didn't.

Sam Kauffman

Date: 7/25/2021 8:59:00 AM

Congratulations Milt. What a beautiful picture you have painted of the loving protection of a father - our Father. Well done.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/25/2021 10:19:00 AM

Thank you so much, Sam, for your thoughtful comment.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 7/25/2021 8:09:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. What a wonderful story/write. I Love It. A great dad is a blessing from God. Have a blessed day............

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/25/2021 10:20:00 AM

Paula, thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful comment on my poem.

Carol Mitra

Date: 7/24/2021 11:59:00 PM

Father daughter relationships are special....Congrats on your win Milton :)

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/25/2021 10:20:00 AM

Thanks so much, Carol.

Bhawana Pant

Date: 7/24/2021 11:06:00 PM

Wonderful poem. Congratulations !!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/25/2021 10:21:00 AM

Bhwana, thank you.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 7/24/2021 2:34:00 PM

no greater love and comfort then that of a dad, congrats on your win Milton

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/24/2021 4:13:00 PM

Thank you so much for the win, Mystic Rose Rose. I really enjoyed writing this poem for your contest.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 7/18/2021 8:32:00 PM

This is sweeter than honey, Milt. A splendid write! Thanks for posting it. Happiness and Joy, Gershon

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/18/2021 9:25:00 PM

Thank you so much, Gershon. I found it rather sweet myself.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 7/18/2021 5:21:00 PM

This is absolutely wonderful, a tribute to a father's love and a daughter's trust.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/18/2021 5:43:00 PM

Thanks, Caren. It's how I always wanted it to be between me and my daughter. It was never that way, though. It's a wonderful dream that skirts on how I'd like reality to be.

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 7/17/2021 3:32:00 PM

So beautiful. I love it. God bless you kind friend. Love, Gina

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/17/2021 6:13:00 PM

Thank you so much, Regina.

David Mchattie

Date: 7/17/2021 1:08:00 PM

As they say... being young is a million dollar experience I wouldn't pay a nickle to repeat. A young person's landscape is a minefield. I'm not sure how we all survived? But time heals all. Well penned. Have a great day my friend.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/17/2021 1:19:00 PM

Thanks, David. I really appreciate your read and your comment. Have a fantastic weekend!