Kim Rodrigues Poet Free verse

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Just a simple poem to honor my Dad. He is 87. We had a nice family time, yesterday, at a Hibachi grill, watching the food flame up, be entertained, and of course great steak, seafood, fried rice ad lots of veggies. Dad had a great time, but always with a few tears, missing Mom, but also knowing how much his children love him. I know I am blessed.

My Dad So Grand

My Dad! My Dad with hands so grand
whether shapely straight as a clarinet
or conical as a saxaphone. He blows

through a woody-reed, his tongue
not lashing at us, but conditioned
to musically relay his love for us.

My Dad! My Dad with hands so grand.
They put together a Hammond organ.
His feet so cheerfully press the pedals,

his fingers twinkle across the keys.
Whatever instrument, he sings to us;
his voice good enough for us. Occasionally,

my Dad would get mad, lash out, but
it was not his habit. He is compassionate.
He’d keep quiet, and quietly entertain.

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Valsa George June 22, 2025 at 9:56 PM Hi Kim,you are fortunate to have your Dad still alive and in good health. I assume that he can still handle any musical instrument as an accomplished musician. A great tribute to him. Kim Rodrigues June 23, 2025 at 7:43 AM Sadly not, dear Valsa! After he had his triple bypass his fingers didn’t work as well; and when my mom passed away, he just doesn’t have the same motivation. His life is simple and routine, but he loves having his kids (us) visit. Blessings and thank you for reading

David Crandall June 16, 2025 at 7:47 PM Aww, that's a nice tribute to your dad! Kim Rodrigues June 17, 2025 at 6:00 AM Thank you, dear David! I’ve grown much closer to my dad since Mom passed away. I see clearer who he is…a loving and compassionate man and very human. I thank God for this time, though sadness preceded it. God bless you!

Paula Goldsmith June 16, 2025 at 2:13 PM I enjoyed reading your "My Dad So Grand" write. Sounds like a wonderful day. Have a wonderful/blessed day writing away.................. Kim Rodrigues June 17, 2025 at 5:57 AM Thank you, dear Paula! I can always count on you <3

sara Etgen-Baker June 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM your dad sounds like a gem of a man with a long fuse and musical talent. Thanks for sharing words about your dad. You're fortunate he's still in your life. I lost my dad 20 years ago...and miss him terribly even now. yellow rose Kim Rodrigues June 17, 2025 at 5:57 AM Lost my Mom 4 years ago…how does that happen…the years go. ((Hugs)) Thank you for your sweet comment!

Paige Hind June 15, 2025 at 5:13 PM Sweet, sweet and nice, was a treasure to read Kim Rodrigues June 17, 2025 at 5:56 AM Thank you kindly, Paige! I appreciate how nice you are!

Abdullah Alhemaidy June 15, 2025 at 3:38 PM Very nice indeed! Happy dad day! Kim Rodrigues June 17, 2025 at 5:54 AM :) Thank you, Abdullah!