Tania Kitchin Poet Free verse

Pieces of My Dad

Yesterday made it a year since you've been gone
My heart still hurts like it happened last week
I remember the good times with a warm smile
Then the reality hits me in the face, it hurts deep

I look around my room at the pieces you left behind
The tall clock that you loved to brag about, that I adore
The painting of the woodsy scene that leads to a beach
Reminds me of our special times together at the coast

A fun day of antiquing with a special seafood lunch
You loved to take me on the scenic ocean drive
We admired all the historic mansions along the way
I wish I could go back in time, and relive that day

I can still remember your voice calling my name
I hope that memory stays strong, never fades 
Every room has pieces and memories of you
As I look at them, enjoying them so bittersweetly

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Akkina Downing February 13, 2021 at 6:55 PM Some memories helps us keep strong. I hope your father’s memories help you be strong everyday, Tania. A beautiful tribute! Hugs ~ Tania Kitchin February 14, 2021 at 3:20 AM Thank you Akkina.

Mystic Rose Rose February 13, 2021 at 5:41 AM Oh my you made my heart weep today dear girl. I used to adore my dad and when he died, I pinned an angel on his lapel in his coffin. A symbol of what he was to me all my life. I do understand all to well that feeling. You are fortunate to carry with you so much good memories. May they keep you and hold you as you go through your grief. Nice to hear from you, Stay in touch, these days it means so much xo Tania Kitchin February 13, 2021 at 5:56 AM Thank you for your kind words and stopping by.

Mark Koplin February 13, 2021 at 1:56 AM I’m sorry for your loss Tania, the first couple of years is the hardest. Hold onto your awesome memories and think of them often. Tania Kitchin February 13, 2021 at 3:40 AM Thank you Mark.

Jan Allison February 12, 2021 at 1:17 PM You are so blessed to have such wonderful memories and treasured items that you cherish. Nearly 6 years since my dad died and neither mum nor I have grieved, but so be it. Thinking of you hugs jan xx Tania Kitchin February 12, 2021 at 3:22 PM Thank you Jan, hugs.

Victor Buhagiar February 12, 2021 at 9:02 AM So many lovely memories of your father. I was more attached to my mother though. Great tribute, none-the-less. ~~ Tania Kitchin February 12, 2021 at 11:44 AM Thank you Victor, hugs.

Tom Cunningham February 12, 2021 at 8:08 AM Lovely tribute to your dad Tania, how the year has flown, he's with you in your heart and the lovely memories that you have of him. Tom Tania Kitchin February 12, 2021 at 11:45 AM Thank you Tom.

Regina Mcintosh February 12, 2021 at 7:15 AM This is a genuine feeling in words... very beautiful and gently reflective, a whisper of your heart that softly tears up... God bless you with comfort... Love and prayers, Gina Tania Kitchin February 12, 2021 at 11:45 AM Thank you Gina.

Jenna Logan February 12, 2021 at 7:12 AM Tania, I sincerely hope that through writing with such love for your Dad, this day will be a little less bitter. Tania Kitchin February 12, 2021 at 11:46 AM Thank you Jenna.

Heidi Sands February 12, 2021 at 6:25 AM Very nice Tania. I enjoyed this special poem :) Tania Kitchin February 12, 2021 at 11:46 AM Thank you Heidi.