Gershon Wolf Poet Narrative

Daddy's Truth

As he gazed out the window, his spirits fell
  Sleet from the sky turned the sidewalks to hell
'I must shovel.'... At the very thought he rebelled
  Boots, gloves, scarf -- his anger swelled

At the door his daughter called him
  Her voice excited and sweet
'Daddy, the snow is so gorgeous
  Isn't it neat?!'

The man paused a few moments in the doorway
  'It sure is, honey,' Daddy heard his voice say

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Jennifer Proxenos January 2, 2021 at 11:27 AM We lived in England for two years when I was in Grade one and two, and although my Dad with born and bred British, he couldn't wait to apply to go to a warmer country - he hated having to push the snow away from the door. but I loved it. Happy New Year, Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. Gershon Wolf January 2, 2021 at 9:18 PM I try not be grouchy about the snow... esp. since it's the ice that I might slip on. ~ The slipper is off of this Cinderella

Quoth Theraven January 1, 2021 at 2:06 PM Gershon, Very nice recognizing the truths in your snow packed poem. Always two sides to every coin flipped. Perhaps both better while still in the air. -Richard Gershon Wolf January 2, 2021 at 8:18 PM I like your comment, Richard -- perhaps both (sides of the coin) better while still in the air. Thanks!! ~ Heads & Tails

Linda Alice Fowler January 1, 2021 at 9:55 AM Short and sweet Gershon my friend. "... a thorn with every rose, but ain't the roses sweet..." Nicely done :) Blessings for the new year! Linda Gershon Wolf January 1, 2021 at 12:57 PM A rose is a rose is a rose -- but a thorn isn't! HNY to you, Linda!

Carolyn Devonshire January 1, 2021 at 8:25 AM How sweet this father was! He encouraged his daughter to appreciate the beauty of winter, even though he was left with the arduous task of shoveling snow. We never let our father shovel. His children shoveled before he came home from work. So Dad actually enjoyed the snow too! Thank you for your kindness throughout the year, Gershon. You are such a sweet man! Much love and wishes for better times in 2021! Hugs, Carolyn Gershon Wolf January 1, 2021 at 1:01 PM Thank you, Carolyn... Always enjoy seeing your avatar, as I know there's a great poem or a lovely comment forthcoming. Here's to 2021! Poetry Hugs, Gershon

Rama Balasubramanian January 1, 2021 at 7:06 AM So very true. Parents are like this only. Well captured in short lines as usual. Have a great year ahead friend. Take care Rama Gershon Wolf January 1, 2021 at 1:00 PM Thank you, Rama. Appreciate your kind words. Blessings for the New Year to you and your family! ~ Gershon

Regina Mcintosh January 1, 2021 at 4:23 AM Yes. it is. Love this. God B L E S S you with a Happy N E W Year Gershon Wolf January 1, 2021 at 12:59 PM Thank you for your words of encouragement, Regina. Blessings, Gershon

Panagiota Romios January 1, 2021 at 3:14 AM A Fav. I find this True Beauty. Thanks again for today,))) Pangie xx

Caren Krutsinger December 31, 2020 at 9:16 PM It is a traitorous daddy voice we hear when it answers like this. Well penned. Gershon Wolf January 1, 2021 at 12:59 PM This daddy earned his B.A. (Benedict Arnold) degree at the Al Asque Mosque Institute of Progressive Reationaries. lol. Peace, Gershon