my mood

father's day is difficult for me every year

1956 Atlantic City

my mood
is like an empty chair
rocking on a porch
do you see it there - - near the seaside?
it's waiting to be filled

today i’ve decided to borrow your mirth
adopt the spring in your step
espouse your optimistic view of life
then stand back to admire
the view from the terrace

the humid breeze generously delivers
flower scented air to the veranda
while a tired smile plays on my lips
it’s all good - - because you were my daddy

Reviews

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This is a beautiful tribute to your dad, Lydi...I lost mine late last year and though I had opportunity to spend a lot of time with him, I do wish I could have had more and there are days I feel like that chair, empty and other times filled... at least we have memories :)

[Lydia Shutter]

Indeed, memories are precious. Thank you for the review and the compassion, FT. Lydi**

[Ruth]

This reached me Lydi, I understand how it is to miss them and find Father's Day especially hard too...not only a Father but a friend lost...love n light xo

[Lydia Shutter]

Indeed, you do understand. Thanks very much, Poppy. I apologize for not reading as much as I used to....just do not have the time. Lydi**

[Ruth]

I understand love, never any pressure from me :) Life happens and we deal as we must, I always say, am the same lately lol

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you for understanding, my friend.

[Willard Wells]

Very beautiful words of life and your hero that you looked up to. My daughter I had not seen for some time for reasons I will not go into, but when I heard after many years the words from her lips "Daddy", I cried.

Thanks you for a beautiful tribute.

[Lydia Shutter]

I can imagine....no better words to be heard than "mommy" or "daddy". thanks, Willard. Lydi**

[Kelsey Rogers]

So moving. Sometimes the best gift you can give to someone is the way you craft your words and memories. Lots of love xx

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Kelsey. Lydi**

[Trace]

Cherish those memories.

I missed out on having a dad,
but I got to start with a clean slate at trying to be one.

It isn't easy being a dad, but It isn't hard to love a child.

[Lydia Shutter]

You are a very good dad. It comes naturally! Thank you very much, Trace. Lydi**

[Beccy]

Lydia. To have such wonderful memories is gift that lasts for all time. To daughters, fathers are very special. My dad is sixty eight now and at this time I gratefully accept each passing year and try not to think of the inevitable cycle of life.

A heartfelt and lovely poem. Beccy.

[Lydia Shutter]

You are so fortunate to have him in your life, Beccy. Make sure he knows how you feel. Thank you for the review. Lydi**

[MsJewel]

Oh Lydi...I'm at a loss for words...you have touched my heart my friend.

Julie

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Julie. Very much! Lydi***

[MsJewel]

I came back to put this one in my library. My computer wouldn't cooperate yesterday. I can't tell you how much this touched me. No matter how old we get, no matter how long they are gone, we always will be daddy's girl. Julie

[Lydia Shutter]

That is so true. Thank you for coming back to save it, Julie.

[Sanober]

No matter how big we become, we always remain our daddy's little girl. this was heartbreaking to read, my friend. i'm glad you have these wonderful memories of him. our parents are always such a huge part of our lives, and no matter how much we think we have savored those times with them, it is never enough isnt it. thank you for sharing that beautiful photo, and this beautiful poem that will linger in my mind for many days to come. i feel your soul in this.

[Lydia Shutter]

I know you are very close with your parents as I was with mine, Sanober. May you have them with you for many more years! Thank you for your review. Lydi**

[Jimmy Yetts]

Sent a tremor through my soul.
Would that all children, everywhere, could feel this way about their fathers.
What a far better world we'd live in!

[Lydia Shutter]

I know I was very fortunate to have a wonderful dad. It made a big difference in my life. Thank you, Frankie. Lydi**

[Linda alexander]

It is very emotional write expressed with great flow, can visualize easily the relationship between daughter and the dad, my daughter likes my husband million times than me even if I am her closest friend compared to him.

[Lydia Shutter]

Relationships with parents mold a person. I am sure your daughter loves you both and has a different relationship with both of you. Thank you for your review, Linda. Lydi**