Daddy
You left without a farewell
And never prepared me for your departure
A departure you often failed to acknowledge
To yourself or others
Across the seas, we were apart
And many days and nights I longed to see you
Although your picture was a solace
And the wonderful memories we shared
I remember our last meal...
You shoved all the broccolli in my plate
And as I laughed at your behavior, I felt chills
I cried in my heart as I hugged you goodbye
I thank you for letting me tie your shoes,
For teaching me love and forgiveness,
For overlooking my mistakes
I thank you daddy for giving me life
May you rest in peace daddy!
