Lost Words

Lost Words It was only later After seeing him hooked up to a ventilator That I realized what he had said And a reflection came that I would later retread For deep down inside I always knew That my dad was there for me as I grew He was harsh and intense on occasion Some would even call it abrasion But there was that other side When we were alone me along for the ride He did his duty as a father Bringing home the bacon with little bother But the lessons taught Were what I bought How to strive To stay alive To be the best I can be For all to see Have kindness for my fellow man Help wherever I can Be a father to a son Be there to protect everyone Give a care If you dare That tomorrow will be a better day When you get ego out of the way As I sit here to lament I recall those lost words he had repent After waiting all those long years And though he is long gone they still bring me tears Those lost words you ask “I love you…” Andreas Simic©