How Lucky Am I to Call You Dad?!
To Male Role Models Everywhere: What YOU Do Makes a Lifelong Difference
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Exemplifying strength, security, and wisdom
Your jovial ambition buoyed all who gazed into those steel-blue eyes
A man with boundless know-how
You were educator, innovator, mentor, entrepreneur, comedian, athlete, handyman, storyteller — and moral beacon
I believed in you
And you instilled tenacious courage in me
Exhibiting integrity in every facet of your life
You demonstrated the importance of preparation, sacrifice, faith, and hard work
Cushioned by your tireless guidance
I stumbled
I blossomed
I made choices that surely left you wincing
Still, my gallant cornerstone remained in the wings
At-the-ready
Yet intervening only if solicited
A consistent male presence enhances the well-being of every child
But paternal dependability fortifies a little girl’s heart beyond measure
Shielding her from pathetic sorts who prey upon the vulnerable
A flourishing confidence that protects her long after she grows up and moves away…
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Thank YOU for
Bestowing a love I never doubted
Safeguarding my reputation by imparting self-worth
Anchoring our family in your committed embrace
Being the first to volunteer and the last to quit — bettering every community you touch
My heart swelling with pride at the mere mention of your name
For loving my mommy over fifty years and counting
Towering valiantly as the grandest role model I’ve ever known
How lucky Am I to Call You Dad?!
LUGGAGE Lady 
You are very lucky! And so is he! Wonderful poem of deep appreciation and love.
Unbelievably lucky, I am…Thank you — as always — for your kindness and support!!
If only I could write like that..so beautiful and yet so effortless.
And yet, with a single gracious line, YOU rock my little world. Thank you so very much!
Wow. This brought tears to my eyes and a lump in my throat, LL. What a splendid, sweeping tribute to love and to your wonderful while speaking eloquent volumes about the amazing daughter he has fathered. Thank you for the inspiring reminder of the astounding power of good and loving dads and my gratitude for those of them in my life. LOVE
Loving dads indeed radiate a positive influence over the lives of their children daily, and I’m eternally grateful for having one of the greatest. But the beautiful presence of an angel named Chloe is still a gift I struggle to comprehend. What ever did I do to deserve YOU?? ♡♡♡
Beautiful! Your father seems like a wonderful man, which explains part of why you turned out to be such an incredible woman. Love & Light, S
I so appreciate your kind remarks and am excited to hear about your continuing journey. I love Taos — enjoy…
Maybe you’ll make your way to Taos one day. Lunch is on me! Namaste, S
Beautiful beautiful beautiful…
Thank you thank you thank you. I love reading YOUR intriguing perspectives!! 😘
Goosebumps and tears…what an amazing tribute!
Hugs to you, Beautiful Lady!
This is a beautiful tribute. Knowing when to stand back and let someone triumph on her own strengths shows the greatest wisdom of all.
After seeing the wonderful tribute to the father of your children, I can only high-five you in total agreement! 😀
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Aw, your dad is a handsome man! I love the cat too 🙂
You should frame this tribute, it’s perfect!
How sweet are you? Thank YOU! I think your framing idea is brilliant…
Being the first to volunteer and the last to quit — bettering every community you touch
My heart swelling with pride at the mere mention of your name
i so loved this poem and especially these lines..i am so happy for you that you could write such beautiful words about your dad.
I value your input greatly. I loved writing those lines and am happy they resonated with you. Thank you for enriching my writing experience!!
Wow. Thanks Shauna. A lovely and personal tribute. You were very blessed to have such a father. Thanks for sharing your love for each other with us.
Brad, you share your awesome 😉 insight so generously. Sending you hugs on a day that can’t be easy — and yet you continue choosing and presenting life’s brighter side to your reader’s great fortune.
What a great tribute – I hope my girls see me that way too.
My Dearest Mosk — If you’re even pondering the question, you’re doing an amazing job… Thank you so much for the pleasure of your visit! 🙂
Hi luggagelady. That’s so nice I wonder if my kids think like that/ Thank you so much for your comment and for liking my poem’ The Cyclist’. Take Care. The Foureyed Poet.
Oh, FP, with your storytelling capabilities, although bone-chilling at times 😉 — I’m betting they had a fabulous adventure having you as their daddy!!
That’s very sweet and you’re indeed a lucky soul, my friend. Cheers!! 😀
Beautiful words that touched me right in my heart!
Thank you, Liz — Your words always touch my heart!! ♥♥