You Weren't Even There

Twelve long years have passed,
through its ups and downs I've made it,
and you weren't even there

You weren't there to see
your one and only child
walk across the stage
to get their diploma

You weren't there when I went
on my first date,
or when I got my heart broken...

You weren't there to comfort me
when I needed it the most,
and you weren't there to give me hope
when my world started to crash down

You weren't there to see the proudest
moment in your child's life
I'm grown up now,
its far  too late for you to try to be there for me now,
because you were never there...

Author's Note

I have a lot of friends who graduated this year, and a lot of their fathers didn't show up to their graduation and it struck at me to write this because in 2 years, I'll be in their shoes. Thanks for your reviews.

Reviews

[Lily Mae]

This is a harsh reality that's out there.. and it breaks my heart.. I just want you to know that nothing can take that sense of loss from you..but remember the ones that were there for you and how much they love you.. and all your friends here are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments...xx

[lovejulez03]

Many people, including myself, can feel the pain of this poem. Thank you so much for sharing and for putting heart into your work

[Coyote Poetry]

Life can be hard for mom and dads. My father left me when I was a kid. I learn later why. We can learn from other people. I will be there for my child best days. I have already. Your story is true for many. The truth is the people who matter are the one's standing with you on your good days. Thank you for a excellent poem.
Coyote

[lostboy]

our parents mean a lot to us one way or the other they can help and they can hurt but where would we be without them?

[DRD]

It's a lovely work of word play and emotion. It shows that we are not afraid to look into the future.

[Pumpkinspice]

This is so sad, but so real. So many children get disappointed because a parent wasn't there to share in their happiness. This is wonderfully written and deeply heartfelt.
Pumpkin:)

[bookworm94]

This is one of the sad truths of life, but it doesn't matter as long as you are surrounded by people who love you and care for you, you don't need to feel any grief =) Stay strong!

[Lively]

Niceeeeeeeeeeeeeee

[Berto]

the last lines got me, and solidified the poem. Basically, you are saying, 'don't bother now, you missed too much of the important things'
you have a lovely style.

[Short.Nerd]

This is so sad and makes me thankful that my Daddy has always been there for me. Great write!

[London]

alot of people can relate to this. great write!