Fathers Day

Forever, I will recall father reading me a story at bedtime.
And taking my hand as we wandered in nature together.
The park bench where we sat talking is still there.
Hours I would sit watching him in his workshop-  his tea gone cold. 
Every child should have a father like mine to honor on Fathers Day.
Remembering dad is bittersweet for now I bring flowers to his stone.
Soft whispers in my dreams bring me back to days of joy.

Days of exploring and listening to his teachings and all his quotes.
And dad, I understand them now-   they all make sense at last.
Yesterdays are gone but my father dwells within my heart.

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May 17, 2021


Poetry/Acrostic/FATHERS DAY
Copyright Protected, ID 05-1356-362-17
All Rights Reserved, 2021, Constance La France

For the Premier contest, A Tribute to Fathers
sponsor, L Milton Hankins, Judged 06/02/2021

Fourth Place
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Horne Avatar
June 9, 2021 at 12:57 PM
As FD is drawing near, I'm remembering my dad too with a lot of fond memories. This one really resonates with me, my friend x
La France Avatar
June 9, 2021 at 2:03 PM
Jack, I know exactly what you mean, I have a special poem to post on Fathers Day for my Dad, peace _Constance
Merryman Avatar
June 3, 2021 at 7:41 PM
Constance, it sounds like you have many special memories of your father. A wonderful tribute! Congrats on your win! Blessings, Kim M
La France Avatar
June 4, 2021 at 10:29 AM
Kim, thank you for the compliment and congrats, yes, I was blessed with a special father but he was taken from me suddenly and much too soon, love _Constance
Roper Avatar
June 2, 2021 at 9:30 PM
Constance, you had a very special dad. Congratulations on your win. Enjoyed reading. My warmest wishes. God bless you. <3
La France Avatar
June 3, 2021 at 8:40 AM
Eve, thanks for the comment, and congratulations, oh yes, he was very special, not perfect but very special to this not so perfect girl, love _Constance
Agustin Avatar
June 2, 2021 at 7:05 PM
Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this wondrous tribute to your Dad. Delightful and delighting from the start til the end. Thanks likewise for my placement in your recently-judged contest. God bless you.
La France Avatar
June 3, 2021 at 8:41 AM
Beata, thanks for the compliment and congrats and you are welcome on your placement in my contest, love _Constance
Hankins Avatar
June 2, 2021 at 9:14 AM
Beautifully-written, Constance. Your poem was so deserving of high placement in my contest. Congratulations!
La France Avatar
June 2, 2021 at 10:10 AM
Milt, thanks for the inspiration, the contest and for my fine placement and the compliment and congratulations, appreciate a lot, peace _Constance
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