Walk On

A Poem by Fran Marie

Tribute to Dad

'If you want to walk on water
You've got to get out of the boat'
That was Dad's talk, to me, his daughter,
and for sure he was a wise old goat.

He said,'Now, Gal, if you want to fly
and not fall,nor flail or flounder'
You best set your wings and soar real high.
and hit home runs, don't settle for a grounder.

And Francy girl, don't fergit,
to mind yer p's and q's
along life's ever- winding road
Be polite and respect another's space
and don't ya be whinin' nor be lazy
keep a strong and steady pace
Just remember, it was the turtle
not the rabbit that won the long hot race.

But Pa? I asked,'Is what you tell, so true?'
"Oh, Yes,Indeed, you will succeed
If you hold fast to each and every rule."

Just apply your efforts girl, heed my very quote'
and you'll be riding high upon the saddle
you'll brave each wave without a boat
and not be up a creek without your paddle.

`` Walking On ``
In Memory of My Dad

Now Dear Dad of mine your special day draws near
and when I think of you I recall, you always had a smile
for all, so warm and full of cheer
Tho~ you are now gone, the essence of who you were
remains quite clear
Your guiding words and strength of hand by which I was reared
and thru~ all the tears and laughter shared
I'll always be your daughter, my dear Father the one who holds you dear.