You Are My Daughter

My Daughter

 

 

 

 

You are of me every filament

You are everything I will never be

You have never let me down and

     have always lifted me up higher

You are strong in your spirit of life

     but tangibly not as most are.

I am of you every filament

I am everything you will never be

I have never wanted to let you down

     but the day will come when I do

I am not as strong as you in spirit

     but tangibly I am more than most.

I am determined to see to it that I

     do not lose you

You are determined to see to it that you

     will not give up

I am the voice of reason and logic

You are the voice of hope and faith.

Reviews

[barleygirl]

This is one of the most beautifully-stated messages I've read about a father-daughter relationship. Here's what makes your tribute especially appealing: You do not place yourself above your daughter, or she above you. I love the way you present each of your strengths, yet without any hidden tones of comparison or judgment. Your message uplifts you BOTH in separate & unique ways, this being culminated in the last 2 lines which are awesome. Any daughter would be totally blessed to have such a father.

[Robert]

Tis is a very nice and thoughtful review. I really appreciate this.

[....................]

together a very strong couple... it's all about balance, isn't it... lovely write, Robert

[Robert]

Thank you for the review FT. I know people interpret poems differently and that's what's so nice about poetry. If you have the time please read my response to Zoeys review to get the real interpretation of the poem and let me know what you think. Thanks, Robert

[....................]

Robert, had a been a little more observant i would have seen this in your description that it was for your daughter... that said, the element of balance between daughter and father are just as important... thanks for sharing the intent of this... it is a beautiful piece.

[Robert]

My pleasure FT, and thank you for taking the extra time and reading the explanation.

[....................]

no problem, Robert... I appreciate it...

[Michelle Coleman]

Reading this, I felt struck by the hubris of relationships. The constructed alters we create for people who can never live up to the expectations and perceptions placed upon them.

When I reached the final lines, I had to take a step back. And think. Then feel. Sometimes it is difficult to see which lets us down. Unfounded faith or rigid logic.

This was very unexpected. Thank you for the perspective.

[Robert]

Thank you Michelle for reviewing my poem. If you have the time please read my response to Zoeys review and it explains the poem. Its different than most people think, but that's not a bad thing.

[Michelle Coleman]

You're welcome, Robert.

I did read your response to Zoey. Again, I felt surprised by the depth of the back story. Your poem is even more beautiful now that I fully understand the meaning.

[Robert]

I am glad thank you.

[Michelle Coleman]

You're welcome. 😊

[MANIPADMA]

I think of the three that I read of yours this is the best in every way. In form, in simplicity , in the thought .

[Robert]

Well, I am glad to hear this. I will send you some more read requests as the days go by, and please you do the same. Thank you.

[Vishal Suthar]

Flattering..
Your Words force readers to read unto the last...

[Robert]

Thank you for the review.

[Zoey Ree]

Hmm, everything yet nothing; and individuality within the bigger picture...love the deep and subtle message written here. Wonderful piece!

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Indeed an impassioned declaration of faith and dreams and love Robert. It reads romantically and with sincerity.

[Robert]

Thank you John.

[W R Stowe]

We would be lost without hope and faith so logic and reason would dictate to have hope and faith good work

[Robert]

Thank you for reading and the review.

[W R Stowe]

you are welcome

[Fran Marie]

One person completes the other here..together forms a solid match..lovely..

[Robert]

Thank you the review, much appreciated.

[Emily Ring]

This is a great poem and I loved the use of repetition. It made your story that much stronger.

[Robert]

How nice of you . Thank you very much for the kind words Emily.

[Brinleigh Bailey]

It was very sweet. Flowed nicely with the word choice. Very well done.

[Robert]

Thank you for the review I appreciate it.