Today

Today I did some shopping And my exercise as well. I visited my kids and saw The grands, for just a spell. An ordinary Sunday, but For one thing on my mind – This date’s the one on which my dad Left earthly life behind. It happened many years ago But when this day rolls ‘round, A sadness fills my heart that is Both subtle and profound. Yet all I thought about While every hour slipped on by Was that now, today, some other people’s Dads will also die.

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Pat Adams

Date: 12/17/2017 7:31:00 AM

This is a poem that grabs a hold and hits home. I didn't know my dad, but when my mom died, I cried three times in one day. I hadn't cried much before that or since although if anything happened to my wife I think it would be unbearable.

Arthur Vaso

Date: 12/11/2017 2:07:00 AM

I can surely relate to this, so much heart, and I confess fear on my part for that day.

Probir Gupta

Date: 12/10/2017 11:43:00 PM

Touchingly tender feelings ... Profound sentiments ... A nice poem ...

Lewis Raynes

Date: 12/10/2017 7:21:00 PM

Such a sad part of the year, nice poem

Rico Leffanta

Date: 12/10/2017 5:48:00 PM

Well said!

Jan Allison

Date: 12/10/2017 5:21:00 PM

A poem many can relate to Ilene I have not grieved for my father, nor has mum... we probably never will, its sad but so much that has been hidden has come out since he died:-( hugs jan xx