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Memories of My Dad Pt 2

I remember you staring daggers at me as I ate your leftover Cheese and Onion Pie,
I remember you forgiving me though, because I’d given birth that day and in a hospital bed I did lie.
I remember the way you played for hours with both my sons and taught them to be wise,
I remember the times you told them naughty jokes, with devilment in your eyes.
I remember the time you called another driver a “Miserable Old Fart”, when he didn’t thank you for letting him pass,
I remember we laughed so much, when Alec repeated it and got it wrong with “Diddly Old Fart”, at least he said it with class.
I remember Daniel buying you over fifty bulbs to plant, you had to find empty pots and room,
I remember you had to buy extra compost, I just wish you were here to see them bloom.
I remember all your stories, those that never seemed to end,
I remember on occasion, how you would drive me around the bend.
I remember you were always there to wipe away my tears,
I remember you being there to chase away my fears.
I remember how you always called me sweetheart, to certain people I do that too,
I remember the last time you said to me, “Hello sweetheart, I Love You”.
I remember all of it with love and without a trace of regret,
I remember everything Dad, I promise to never forget.

Copyright © Kay Roberts | Year Posted 2019

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