to my Real Dad...Thanks

I wrote this for my Step Dad's birthday...i hope he likes it :) Thank You for being the Daddy I would've had to live without, and Happy Birthday

When I was Little:
You took his place,
  knowing I'd love you differently.
You accepted my odd quirks,
  even though I didn't know you yet.
You told me you loved me,
  despite the I couldn't call you daddy.

When I got older:
You hugged me when I cried,
  even though I pushed you away.
You helped me learn,
  despite how much I insulted you.
You filled in his place,
  knowing I might get mad.

Now:
You tell me the truth,
  despite what my reply might be.
You punish me when I deserve it,
  knowing I might hate you afterwards.
You still love me,
  even though I know I've made it hard.

Despite not having your last name,
Despite not sharing your blood,
I feel like you're my Daddy.

Knowing you've done stupid things,
Knowing I have no right to do so,
I still think of you as my Daddy.

Even though you werent there when I was born,
Even though you're not my father,
I know you're my Daddy.

Author's Note

The picture is of my first motorcycle ride...I was three or four.

Reviews

[EpicKizzy]

sorry i dont have a picture.....i just droped in to say i know what u meen by this poem and that it is a
beautiful peace.......♥

[Serend1p1ty]

Really great poem.
Emotion. Check.
Depth in meaning. Check.
5 Star quality. Check!
Keep up the good work, it really was a great piece.

[17thWhitePrince]

WoW !!!
Your "Daddy" Must Be Proud !!!
That Is For Certain !!!
A Very Very Beautiful Piece Indeed !!!

[~*~Peace Keeper~*~]

That is very sweet...i really like this poem...you did a wonderful job...and i could feel your emotions in it
Great Job :)