Santa I Want

Santa I want my Dad to come home
My Mum needs him she's all alone
I want him to see how big I've grown
I want people to know he's not unknown
When we visit him at his throne
It's not the same as being home
Santa please so no longer I roam
I want my Dad not just his Headstone.

09/12/2017
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Gauthier Avatar
January 2, 2018 at 10:51 AM
Very touching, Susan. Congrats on your win.
Tracy Avatar
December 30, 2017 at 1:05 PM
A wish so many wish were possible! Very touching heartfelt write! Congrats on your win, Susan! Beautifully expressed!
Rodrigues Avatar
December 29, 2017 at 10:04 PM
If Santa could grant such wishes... Congrats, Susan!
Krampe Avatar
December 29, 2017 at 3:57 PM
Congrats on your win, Susan, with your sad, but beautiful poem.
Haight Avatar
December 29, 2017 at 3:37 PM
Such sad but well-written poem, Susan. Congratulations on your fine placement. Hugs, Sandra
Roper Avatar
December 29, 2017 at 1:19 PM
Congratulations on your win, Susan.. Very heartfelt write . Hugs eve
Allison Avatar
December 29, 2017 at 1:17 PM
All but one of the winning poems are sad - I think we have touched the heart of the sponsors as we all have a similar theme. Congrats on your win Susan:-) hugs Jan
Wigley Avatar
December 29, 2017 at 11:37 AM
Most of us can relate to this, Susan, so we can hold your hand. Well done on your placement, and take comfort in our thoughts and prayers. Viv x
Johnson Avatar
December 29, 2017 at 10:13 AM
Good one Susan. Congrats on your placement
De Beaulieu Avatar
December 11, 2017 at 1:33 PM
Hello Susan, this is a beautiful written poem. Have a nice day my friend.
Manaila Avatar
December 11, 2017 at 10:14 AM
A very beautiful poem. Best wishes.
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