Speaking With a Loud Quiet Voice

You speak into your child's life in whispers
With the strength of the four winds
No need for yelling
For your child has expectant ears

Wisdom
A fathered gift
Born out of pained understanding
Mistakes not needed to be repeated
Your love an inoculation to failure
Resilience will permeate a new generation

You smile with furrowed brow
For time passes much to quickly 
There is fear there is some lesson you have forgotten
Not what you want for your begotten 
Still you see this precious ones progression
He possess strength laughter and compassion
Humored moments and strong funny bones 
Will insure this child will never be alone
A tender heart and a will like a stone

One day 
You will have to let go
Time progresses it never slows
Deep inside your heart grows because you know
You have given your all
This child will rise up tall
Won't be afraid to fall
He heeds your Father's call
For he has learned at your loving feet
Wisdom has been his bountiful feast
Some day he'll be a father too
He'll bring blessings back to you
For you have been faithful 
and a father true


Inspired by Funom's poem, "Words of Wisdom to My Child".
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Hopper Avatar
April 2, 2015 at 8:20 AM
Very beautiful! Oh so true!
Lamoureux Avatar
April 2, 2015 at 8:54 AM
Thanks again Anna.
Makama Avatar
February 11, 2015 at 8:31 AM
This is a warehouse of wisdom not just to your child, but up coming generations.... The simplicity in its progression and efficacy of its message leaves the child no choice than to receive with his expectant ears and nuture with his fertile heart. This is awesome and so incredible. Thank you so much for the dedication too. I really appreciate it.
Lamoureux Avatar
February 11, 2015 at 8:55 AM
My pleasure Funom!
Sirak Avatar
February 9, 2015 at 8:51 AM
Wow! Amazing and filled with such wisdom. "your child has expectant ears" (and an expectant heart) and time does pass much too quickly. As they grow we are constantly thinking...I wish I had done this when I had the chance.
Lamoureux Avatar
February 11, 2015 at 8:56 AM
Our son is 24 now and it is such a joy to see the person he has become. Thanks for this heartwarming visit Monterey.
La France Avatar
February 8, 2015 at 2:24 PM
Richard, your poem is so meaningful on so many levels, it made me think of my own parents and their attempts to teach me as a child and teen and my resistance and only now in adulthood do I realize I put these values and teachings to use and thanks for supporting me and my poetry ~~
Lamoureux Avatar
February 11, 2015 at 8:58 AM
It is my pleasure, you are a talented poet.
Smith Avatar
February 8, 2015 at 1:38 PM
Excellent Richard....I try to show my boys the way and instill good values in them...I am seeing what great choices they are making and how they are becoming gentlemen.
Lamoureux Avatar
February 11, 2015 at 9:00 AM
It is a wonderful thing to witness. Thanks for the thoughtful visit Tim.
Eastman Avatar
February 8, 2015 at 12:46 PM
Beautifully written with heart felt wisdom. Well done.
Lamoureux Avatar
February 8, 2015 at 1:19 PM
Thanks Carol!
Walker  Avatar
February 7, 2015 at 2:29 PM
This poem is a gen Richard. Wisely written from life experience? Rated 7 - Verlena
Lamoureux Avatar
February 7, 2015 at 2:38 PM
Yes I have a son and he used to say he didn't like my mad calm voice.
Lindley Avatar
February 7, 2015 at 10:49 AM
Truly an exceptional write in all positive aspects! I just read it out loud to my son. Adding this gem to my fav list and thanks... A7...
Lamoureux Avatar
February 7, 2015 at 4:15 PM
Thanks Robert, your comment adds a smile to my day.
Meade Avatar
February 6, 2015 at 7:04 PM
A father's love is beautiful, wonderful, and powerful . . . may we always use it in grace and love. 7
Lamoureux Avatar
February 6, 2015 at 9:07 PM
Thanks my friend!
Nance Avatar
February 6, 2015 at 6:42 PM
Wonderful write :) Hugs
Lamoureux Avatar
February 6, 2015 at 9:08 PM
Thanks dear Casarah, hugs back to you.
Andresen Avatar
February 6, 2015 at 12:56 PM
- Lovely words from a father to his child, Richard !! - Happy weekend :) - // Anne-Lise :)
Lamoureux Avatar
February 6, 2015 at 6:13 PM
Happy weekend to you as well Anne-Lise
Allison Avatar
February 6, 2015 at 12:00 PM
Such words of wisdom from you too Richard - So inspirational - I will fave it and show it to my son one day:-) Hugs jan xx
Lamoureux Avatar
February 6, 2015 at 6:13 PM
That is sweet Jan.
Manassian Avatar
February 6, 2015 at 10:19 AM
Lovely poem, Richard. There is richness in every single line. Lovely inspiration.
Lamoureux Avatar
February 6, 2015 at 6:12 PM
Thanks Eileen, Funom's poem is quite good.
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