G Day

Most Jewish people name their kids
For someone who’s deceased,
Or if they don’t, their first initial 
Might be used, at least.

My father, George, was born today
In 1924,
Though when my son was born
He wasn’t with us anymore.

So Geoffrey, spelled the English way,
As tribute to my dad,
Is here with me today, a date
That’s always somewhat sad.

Of course, my father’s on my mind 
But life makes its demands 
And George would be delighted by
Both Geoffrey and the grands.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Johnson Avatar
January 9, 2023 at 11:54 AM
A beautiful tribute to your dad ilene. My sister married a Geof. :)
Watt Avatar
January 1, 2023 at 8:49 PM
love the tribute paid to your father in carrying his first initial forward one generation... i'm sure he would have been delighted... my son is the fourth generation to bear the initials jcw, a tradition begun by my grandfather
Wolf Avatar
January 1, 2023 at 6:24 PM
Gee WhiliGGers, that's nice! ~ Gershon (aka 'Grisha') Wolf
Krutsinger Avatar
December 30, 2022 at 10:39 PM
Such a magnificent honor! Well done!
Tor Avatar
December 30, 2022 at 8:55 PM
A wonderful remembrance of your dad and such an honor to your son for having his name. It is a special day Ilene for you to always remember your Special Dad...
Cunningham Avatar
December 30, 2022 at 1:53 PM
I'm sure he's looking down on them Ilene. Happy New year to you. Tom
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