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Poetry on Odyssey: "What Defines a Father"

It that season of the year, where we celebrate all our strong, courageous fathers. This week, I decided to do something special and write a simple poem that describes my father's attributes. Hope you enjoy!

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Poetry on Odyssey: "What Defines a Father"
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Happy Father's Day to all the amazing husbands, wonderful dads, and single dads out there that are playing both roles. :)

Best Dad Ever!

Father's Day 2018

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In Proverbs 20:7, it states, "The righteous man walks in integrity, His children are blessed after

him."

When I was born on that special day, you held me so close and tight,

With your strong, yet tender arms, you promised to never let me out of your sight

You carried me on your shoulders to show me the world

You taught me to live by God's word and you were never afraid to mention, "Oh, that's Daddy's

Little Girl"

There is tranquility and comfort when I talk to you

Because no matter how major or minor my problems are, you always have an answer and a clue

The meaning of a father is so very pure

The life lessons that you have instilled, have encouraged me to mature

Though I must admit, when you are strict most times

You are also lenient at the prime

Your super corny jokes and contagious laugh gets the best out of me

Because you knew it made me content and happy

With challenges and tribulations that have knocked me down

Your honest opinions and advice brings me closer to you where we have a common ground

I have admired how you take a spiritual approach towards life

With the ability to fight and strive for that Christian light

My love for you is always hard to for me express

Because you never, never fail to impress

You never look for praises

You are never the one to boast

You quietly sacrifice and work

You do this for your family that you love the most

Your dreams are seldom spoken

Your wants are just a few, which include, for all of us to be successful all the way through

And most times, your worries and pain

Will just go unspoken too

Dad I plead that you take the words in every little way

To take the time and enjoy this day

No matter how far or near I will be

Your daughter will love you for eternity!

Happy Father's Day! 😊

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