Robert Nehls Poet Lyric

Letter To Santa

He sat up late one night and wrote,
His heartfelt Christmas dream.
Dear Santa, I wont ask for much.
His eyes began to gleam.
I've got a baseball and a glove,
A rocket and launching pad.
I've got so many things to share,
But, I haven't got my dad.
He left us not to long ago.
He didn't even pack.
He went to heaven, Mommy said.
But, now I want him back.

I miss my Daddy.
I miss the way he holds my hand.
I miss my Daddy.
And I don't really understand.
I miss my Daddy.
I know he must be missing me.
If you can find him, Santa.
Please, put him underneath the Christmas tree.

He always hugs me when he leaves.
He always says goodbye.
I hope he wasn't mad at me.
It makes me want to cry.
It's not the same without him here.
Why did he go away?
My Mommy's eyes are always red.
She won't come out and play.
Dear Santa, I just want one thing.
The love that I once had.
I'll give you everything I own,
If you'll bring me my Dad.

I miss my Daddy.
I miss the way he holds my hand.
I miss my Daddy.
And I don't really understand.
I miss my Daddy.
I know he must be missing me.
If you can find him, Santa.
Please, put him underneath the Christmas tree.

I hope it's not to much to ask.
I hope I've made it clear.
My Mommy misses Daddy, too,
And wishes he were here.
If you can't bring him back to me,
I hope I'll understand.
You've always done your best, I know,
To make my Christmas grand.

I miss my Daddy.
I miss him every single day.
I miss my Daddy.
OH Santa. Why'd he go away?
I miss my Daddy.
I know he must be missing me.
Please! Find my Daddy, Santa.
And put him underneath the Christmas tree.

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Poet Destroyer A July 28, 2014 at 8:22 PM thank you for the reply Robert,

Poet Destroyer A July 26, 2014 at 3:41 PM PS.. I also took my time to read one of your older poems. I know it's not Christams, however the title stood out. :: Your poem, flows well for a X-MASS poem. It reminds me of myself when I was young. I never asked for a gift or joy. All I wanted was something almost like the boy above. This is a very touching poem..thank you for the moment.. Linda Robert Nehls July 28, 2014 at 7:07 AM I'd like to hear that story sometime, Linda. Have you written a poem about it? Thanks so much for reading this one, my friend.... Robert.

Poet Destroyer A July 26, 2014 at 3:39 PM Thank you Robert, for reading one of my older poems. :) Robert Nehls July 28, 2014 at 7:01 AM You are welcome, my friend.

Robin Davis June 21, 2014 at 9:32 PM Robert What a heartfelt and emotional write. It touches the soul and brings tears to the readers eyes. Thank you for the great comment on my Homeless poem. Robert Nehls July 28, 2014 at 7:03 AM Guess I must have overlooked your comment, Robin. I glad this one touches your soul. thanks for reading, my friend... Robert.

Andrea Dietrich June 13, 2014 at 10:36 PM This is a GREAT Christmas song, yes, it is a SONG because i can really imagine it being sung. I hope more people read this one, my friend!! Robert Nehls June 14, 2014 at 6:34 AM You are right about it being a song, Andrea. This is one that has a melody. The verses are sung and the chorus is spoken. I know you're a songwriter also and I appreciate your comments on this one.... Robert.