for Anya

05/2011

when I think of you

which is never ceasing 

a flood of emotions run

through the valleys of my heart

my love and responsibilities 

form constant thoughts in my mind

the scars in my demeanor 

is the time lost between us

when I think of you 

I think of us running through

the theme parks, hand in hand

your confidence in me is staggering 

when I think of you

I think of you holding me the whole feature film

and kissing my cheek when sadness arose

you are the princess of my realm

when I think of you 

thoughts of your undying love surface

you love like me, unconditionally 

your person and your beauty flatter me

the joys that explode in my heart

when you dance with me, are heavenly 

the shades of time slow to miracle perfection

it makes me who I am as a man

graced by Gods greatest gift, a soul of an angel

Author's Note

Written for my daughter Anya Lynne.

Reviews

[Helpless]

its so nice to see such a dedicated father who is not afraid, never hesitates to show how much he loves his daughter. this is going to mean more and more to her as she grows older. the love you show her is so important, it really will set the stage for the rest of her life. but i can tell she is very lucky to have you in her life. :)

ps. i love the name anya!

[.......]

Ah! This is so sweet and lovely, I am sure your daughter loves this.

[BrokenChildren]

It's touching,Very good!

[RSalassi]

I've always heard that men prefer sons to daughters, but my observations indicate a special bond of love between father and daughter, to which this beautiful piece attests. Thank you for sharing such personal and intimate feelings.

[Moonflower]

This was bursting at the seams, overflowing with joy and unconditional love. A powerful and beautiful write. Well done~

[Dahlia Phoenix]

This shows how loving a father can be and how much they will do for that tiny being who is growing up in this world. Also, the life lessons given from this are beautiful.

"our person and your beauty flatter me
the joys that explode in my heart
when you dance with me, are heavenly
the shades of time slow to miracle perfection
Gods greatest gift, a soul of an angel"

Not many fathers do that in this generation but to have this revelation, there are still those who have a heart.

[Emily B]

there is nothing like a father's love

[Alicia Hirshey]

First off, I want to say how adorable the picture is. I wanted girls so bad and all I got are boys.

Second. I understand what you are feeling and how the emotions in this poem play a big role n your everyday life. I am glad you were able to sum it up so beautifully.

[Kenneth The Poet]

Very nice, heartfelt tribute. I like this very much.