Papa Tate

My granddaughter Payton and I

We mixed colors from childhood

with gentle tones that came with time

gave birth to a generation

that became the pride of our prime

 

Those were days of joys un-ending

you think we won't see anymore

'Cause where we find ourselves these days

we have never been to before

 

Each place in life brings adventure

meant to try us all of our days

To test resolve and resilience

that we apply to each new phase

 

We will always have a purpose

as now I am called Papa Tate

To tell you the truth I love it

being a grandfather is great

 

 

Granddaughter Payton and I

 

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Author's Note

The days of life may dim at times and new things always feel unsafe and insecure. But what we fear is infirmity. However Life is only good as long as it is changing and growing. Like the seasons we come and go and face the end like any man. So it is that when the time comes I'll conform to the masters plan

Reviews

[A Soap Mess Stories]

you make becoming a grandparent wonderful. . .i shall look forward to becoming one as my son reaches adulthood. . .if that is the plan. . .you have a beautiful granddaughter. . .

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you I hope you get that chance as well

[Woody]

sweet and tender words and music. though I hate to grow old, you made me wish to become a granddad.

[Tate Morgan]

Woody it is great i became a grandfather again two days ago as Paytons mother gave birth to a boy this time.So it goes on and i have someone new to play with Thank you

[Terpsichore]

Grandparents hold a special place in a family. Sadly, mine have now moved on, but the good memories remain. Beautiful photo of your daughter and grand daughter.

T

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you I guess I would wish everyone could have known their grandparents as they teach us who we are.

[Bright Ocean Star]

Beautiful Papa Tate! You have a lovely, bluesy style to your poetry. I love the music you pair with it as well. Well done, my friend...:)

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you Bright I write what i feel. hoping i can set it to the melodies of our lives

[Parimal Pratyush]

Grandparents are the only one's who remember it is your birthday even without Facebook reminding them. I love my grandparents. You definitely are an ideal grandpa. What a sweet little, lullaby like piece (because of the song). Big hug.

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you How true that is they never forget do they? Theres a reason for that they have lived long enough to outgrow the selfishness of childhood lol Yet they have regressed to the joys of it

[Penny]

In India it is said "Interest is more liked than the original sum of money" meaning grandparents are fonder of theor grandchildren than their sons. Very short, sweet snd personal piece. Reminded me of my grampas.. one who died when I was six, other who is idol (as a poet). Thanks for sharing.

[Tate Morgan]

with most this is true however not with me as i am so devoted to my son thank you

[Penny]

As they say in psychology.. "Indivisual differences may occur" :-P

[Tate Morgan]

well i hate to say this but my grand-kids are not from my own bloodline and i only have one child i can say is truly my own that surely plats a part in the way we feel about it. Though I love them as if they are. I guess my child Tate who is 19 has always been my lifes greatest joy

[Einstein Noodle]

i love the song .. skipped to your note and already had a tear in each eye .. absolutely am taken by the pic ... and your poem's hope and resilience bowled me over .. so needed this poem as i listen and watch too much of the news ... :)
love and peace
E.

[Tate Morgan]

Hi Thank you
Oh you know I see too much news too. Stories of the Isis militants murdering children. I watch in disbelief as I look into the genuine innocence of my granddaughters eyes and ask what created these monsters? Then I look back at my granddaughter who is blowing bubbles giggling and I want to cry for those children.

[Einstein Noodle]

i hear you man!

[Einstein Noodle]

i knew i had read this previously but am grateful for the link and to put your family together in my mind a little better .. one can see the young lady in her face at this age ... not a baby anymore .. precious how safe she looks in your arms Grandpa!

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you yeah I've written many of her I even did a canvas of her once

[Ashira Macy]

Aw, this is so sweet. What an amazing experience it must be to have a little life touch yours in such a way. And too see your own children grow up and bring this light into your life. Beautiful.

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you very much I am Tate nice to meet you

[Patricia]

Stunning Write!!! You should be very proud of this piece. I love it. :)

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you Pat I've been out of town I am sorry it took so long to answer this

[Patricia]

You're welcome, I have been away for quite a while myself. :)

[Tate Morgan]

It is nice to see you back again

[EMMIE]

Well, this just warms ur heart and makes me miss my grandpa or as we all liked to call him g popz. Awesome sweet poem, some day your granddaughter will read this and be proud!

[Tate Morgan]

i hope she does I will continue to write of her as the light of my life thank you