A Full Life

A wild filly of a daughter whose never had her spirit broke Who never took to the bridle nor has she bent beneath life's yoke

Rebecca and our granddaughter Payton on her first day of life.

With you I share my greatest joys

a heart that never feels alone

The house, our home, where we belong

grander treasures I've never known

 

Our grandchild alight with beauty

that shines bright as the soul within

Who's never known disappointment

nor the weight of a single sin

 

To that I add my own young boy

who likes to spend his time with me

Tossing a baseball back and forth

living treasures from life's own tree

 

A wild filly of a daughter

that never had her spirit broke

Who never took to the bridle

nor has she bent beneath life's yoke

 That look, that smile, your knowing, glance

like a stroll through the summer wheat

I lay my pen in reverence

upon the ground beside your feet

 

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Author's Note

It was said that Leonardo Da vinci once was apprenticed to a master painter. His master came over with his brushes to investigate Leonardo's progress on a painting. Upon looking at his apprentices work. It was reported a tear flowed down his cheek. He lay his brushes at Leonardo's feet and never picked them up again.
Such is the case with Rebecca.
Thank you Becky
Written for my beloved wife's birthday this month. May she have a good day .

Reviews

[Becky C Strukamp]

Your inspirations for writing many of your poems are composed with such love and honor for your children and your wife. Your family is fortunate to have you as you are to have them. It's a such a wonderful life when we have loved ones who truly know the meaning. Another beautifully penned writing!

[Dinesh Sairam]

"That look, that smile, your knowing, glance
like a stroll through the summer wheat"

Enough said, I guess.

Keep writing.

[AK]

Brilliant poem! I really liked it a lot! Great choice of words, love your style. Keep writing!

[Muse]

yes..I feel that way when I look at my two daughters. I feel like bowing at their feet at times and voicing the words........

"I'm not worthy."

I love the photo Tate. The music...PERFECT. :)))))

[*** Hey Jude***]

Absolutely adore this poem! It is brimming with warmth, and appreciation for life. I feel you pride, and love for your beautiful family! Music was spot on, as well as the description!
Rebecca, and Payton make this a special, as well as the visuals accompanied by music. Such a warm heartfelt piece! ~ :-)
~ Very Nice

[Marie]

What a beautiful child--you are to be congratulated on her and also on the poem. Sometimes reality makes poetry seem trivial...but poetry is needed to commemorate what is special in reality.
I love the story about Leonardo Da Vinci.

[Emerald Seas]

Family is such a blessing! Grandchildren are the icing on the cake of life, bringing us so much love and joy. I have several years before that leg of the journey reaches me (well, let's hope it is several years), but I look forward to the spark they will bring to the family and the chances we will have to cherish, guide, and of course... spoil them as they grow up. Lovely writing!

[The Scholar]

Aww what a beautiful, heartfelt tribute to family. I love the last stanza, and the story with Da vinci made it even more special. Another amazing poem by you, touching on what truly matters in this world. As usual, your flow is flawless and your words speak volumes.

[Shimmerbliss/CAF]

A beautiful poem full of the life's true treasures!
"That look, that smile, your knowing, glance
like a stroll through the summer wheat
I lay my pen in reverence
upon the ground beside your feet" - makes me feel a tear well up- reverent, gentle, true

[Raven Starhawk]

It is such a miracle when new life brings forth a new sense of hope and appreciation. This was beautiful and potently so as it dives deep into the very nature we sometimes forget. And that is love and hope...perhaps even a shade of faith or two. But still love does have the ability to bring all together. Family is definitely a clan that guides and strengthens one to the next.

[Dayran]

You have a generous nature, Tate, in the invitation you extend to everyone as a member of your family. A sweet family it is and it reminds us of what we are in a world family. Thank you.