dad...a word please.

loosely based off my child hood. still very personal

Dad sit down we have much to discuss.

If you would turn off the football that would be a plus.

I need to express, get feelings off my chest.

Air out some words, some judgement at best.

 

For 19 years, I’ve heard the word “disgrace”

Exit your mouth…with ironic grace.

What have I done for such resentment?

I am your son. Subdue your temperament.

I came home from school, failing an exam.

Instead of support you shouted, I ran.

Faster than the wind, my tears trailing behind me.

An when I came back, you punched me. knocked me out clean.

But here I am, confessing my disgust.

But I am not your enemy. I am your son.

I am your friend and I need guidance.

I will follow that with the upmost obedience.

 

So stand up  

give me a hug.

I am no longer a disgrace,

Because I can get you off my mind

But not off my face.

Reviews

[Michael G.]

An honest write.
No review...
just as a note as a father... and as a son, whose father, and best friend passed long before he should have...

Take any moment you can and make things right... if you can.
Make sure you are always honest and respectful to your child when your time comes.
Respect, love, with lots of understanding. That will be a good start to being a father.

[Cole Hayley]

Very emotional, and very intesne. Great read, thank you for sharring. I espically like the ending,

[Harley (arbiter)]

Huh. This was really good! Emotions and etc. Great write!

[That_Girl]

This is beautiful. Your emotoins are expressed clearly. Very well done!

[Wild Willow Blue]

Wow, intense. Very emotionally raw in places. Great piece.