My Hero - My Dad

I grew up holding a dear man in high esteem, And as strange to you as it may seem, Though there was a plethora of heroes to be had, My all time hero was and is my dear old Dad! He led his family by setting a Godly example. His loving kindness was more than ample. Struggling through the Great Depression, Supporting his family was his only obsession! He was a devout believer in God and his nation, And was always active in his congregation. Dad was a firm believer in the Golden Rule, Espousing that old adage teaching Sunday School! Though he has been gone for many years, I still think of him and shed rueful tears, As I recall the greatest hero I know of. Care of his family and others was a labor of love. He made no ripples as he traveled life's rocky road, And with many burdens his back was bowed. Just an ordinary factory worker in the local town, No doubt in Heaven he wears a many-starred crown! Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired © All Rights Reserved A tribute to my father, William John Hinshaw