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Thank You Dad

Thank you Dad:

My father in the eyes of God, helped me for nine years
I remember my bedroom, as young as being in the crib
I remember the toys, the spinning top, and the ball with stars on it
I had a place to visit where I could ride my red tricycle
I was free to be me, as I played with joy!
He taught me how to write the letters of the alphabet
He was a well-known story teller himself
He gave me small special gifts, I held close to me
He even gave me a peacock feather that fell from his peacock
My best friend lived nearby, we ran the fields together, so fun!
His brother was a poet too and his other relative painted like I do
I forgive the abandonment after a crisis happened,
Because, he didn’t stand a chance against the Sands family
Who took me away with all their control, and made me live a lie
But, I will always remember what he told his sister:
That I would be mighty in whatever I do!
He had that confidence in me that no-one else did!
       -  I have held onto that my entire life  -
I wouldn’t trade the first 9 years of time with him for anything!
	          -  Thank you Dad  -

Heidi Sands

1/13/19

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Frank Sheehan Date: 1/15/2019 3:01:00 PM Wonderful tribute to your father. Cherish the memories. Great pen. Login to Reply Heidi Sands Date: 1/15/2019 3:28:00 PM Thank you very much Frank. I appreciate your visit and kind comment! :)

Bobby May Date: 1/14/2019 4:48:00 AM Beautiful Heidi! Login to Reply Heidi Sands Date: 1/14/2019 5:06:00 AM Thank you very much Bobby! :)

Michael Wise Date: 1/13/2019 7:58:00 PM Wow! The beginning of this so reminds me of the poem I just posted called "Silence" which you already commented on! Similar feel. This is beautiful. :) Login to Reply Heidi Sands Date: 1/14/2019 3:45:00 AM Thank you Michael! That is an interesting observation with similar feel to it. I appreciate your comment :)

Vladislav Raven Date: 1/13/2019 6:10:00 PM Hi Heidi, memories of being with a much beloved father. This is such a wonderful Your words paint such a vivid canvas Such joyous words Heidi. Each memory held within a chamber of the heart. Beautiful my friend. Has to be a fave. Have a wonderful Monday. Hugs....Mike. XX Login to Reply Heidi Sands Date: 1/13/2019 6:13:00 PM Thank you Mike ! I am happy you consider it a fave. I appreciate your thoughtful comment very much ! :)

White Wolf Date: 1/13/2019 2:51:00 PM I never knew my Dad. So I am glad you did for 9 years at least, Heidi. Always treasure those memories. Login to Reply Heidi Sands Date: 1/13/2019 2:57:00 PM I am sorry to hear that White Wolf. That is extremely hard not knowing. Yes, I will, thank you. I really appreciate your comment on this. I wish you the best :)

Vijay Pandit Date: 1/13/2019 2:41:00 PM A fond look back to the days spent with a loving father..such a treasure to hold on to those memories. Login to Reply Heidi Sands Date: 1/13/2019 2:42:00 PM Yes it is. Thank you very much Vijay. Your support is always appreciated! :)

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 1/13/2019 2:25:00 PM - Lovely written, Heidi ... from your memories and joys - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Login to Reply Heidi Sands Date: 1/13/2019 2:31:00 PM Thank you so much Anne-Lise :) I appreciate your comment. Have a nice day! hugs

Alexis Y. Date: 1/13/2019 1:55:00 PM Hi Heidi, It sounds like you have an amazing father. We must not forget the memories made, because it there that we get to see and visit them anytime we wish to! I had an amazing father too. From one daddy's girl to another, you've penned a heartfelt tribute/dedication to your father. Excellent job:-) Alexis Login to Reply Heidi Sands Date: 1/13/2019 1:56:00 PM Alexis, I can't thank you enough for your comment on this. It means a lot to me. I really appreciate it! :)