Last Commented Family Poems (502)

A father and daughter walk hand in hand
Amongst the shells and golden sand
A beautiful world for her to explore
A thousand imaginings and so much more
This way dad as she tugs on his arm
Her dad lost in his own seaside charm
A squeal of delight and a jump or two
As she crouches down for a better view
Crabs scuttle away in distress
Burrowing into the sand with an awkward finesse
As she breaks his grasp and off she goes
Free to run as only she knows
Putting flight to gulls with a nervous ease
Checking with dad as if to please
Golden curls within the breeze
The sounds of delight besides the sea
A beautiful moment for anyone to see
Sharing and caring so naturally..........

As the years have gone by, our parents are gone and some siblings too.
Our children are grown and our grandchildren have arrived. I have remarried and so have you.
The thing that I realize, is that Birthdays, Christmas, joyful and sad occasions we talked. Sometimes for hours at a time.
Just because our lives did not fit like a glove, does not mean we lack the binding that comes with love.
So I look forward to growing older with you all the same. Even though we no longer share the same address or our last name.

kiss me by the stars
and make me understand
that the dreams called love
are in everbodys hand

'Why Wont We Listen' to advice that assures you avoid a imminent mistake
or accept 'careless decisions' are choices we repeatedly choose to make
"They have got to learn for themselves" is Pretzel logic the ignorant convey
expressing your unsolicited Two Cents more likely provokes them to disobey

You guarantee outcomes but in their world parental input doesn't belong
no matter how many times you're proven right defiance stands strong
The dismissal of every plea most always turns into us paying the price
fact is their kids too shall one day disregard their every piece of advice

Refrain from saying "Don't drink and Drive" so they can learn first hand
'they gotta live their life' doesn't equate to cease helping our kids understand
Suggesting "Just Say No" will keep them from figuring it out on their own
"If Only I'd Listened" was recognized prior to consequences we made known

Kids have become more reckless than ever without any thought to fallout
their mental cognizance has parted ways with reality without any doubt
Adults just like our children are prone to blindly turning the other cheek
many's refusal to listen is because to them it's just condescending critique

Obviously we're unable to assure they don't learn some things the hard way
parents don't parent children anymore they allow them to dangerously stray
Again 'It's Their Life' but parents can't not step in whenever situations call
mother's and father's should let kids stagger but we shouldn't let them fall

She put her hand on his hands as he laid there on the bed
She knew they didn’t have too much time and this is what she said
Daddy you were always there for me
You raised me to be a good girl as you bounced me on your knee
You taught me how to be a lady just as easy as to climb a tree
I hope I’ve made you proud of me

Her dad opened his eyes and looked at her teary face
As he wiped the water away he said you know I’ve got to leave this place
I have a lot of faith in you and I know you will be strong
Pretty soon I will be gone but you with have my love to carry on

I remember your first word, first step and bicycle ride
I remember when you fell and I held you as you cried
We went out for ice cream and your smile brightened my world
I want you to keep it in your heart that you’re daddy’s little girl.

He said, I’ve always been proud of you when you’re a lady or tomboy
Every little thing you’ve done has brought me so much joy
And though I don’t have much longer I want you to know
You’re my precious Angel and I love you so

They held on to each other tight as he took his last breath
She held on to the memories long after his death
Now when she feels discouraged, lost or out of her head
She pulls herself together remembering the things her daddy said.

~ANONI~

Mum
Today is your 91st birthday
So we gathered to treat you,have some fun
To celebrate the years we have all been blessed
to have you as our Mum
Remembering...... .. the hard times,
The challenges you faced,
bringing us through the hungry years, as for us financial riches there were none
But we're family come rain or shine and inspite of the minimal material possessions
we all had each other's back
and love..........we clearly did not lack.
We love you mum for all you've done in raising your motley crew
And when the inevitable day comes that we sadly have to part
our lives will be lost without you.
But you will live on forever...dwelling
in our hearts.

In the summer of our youth
We knew only
tears and sorrow..
Always hoping
Always wishing~
Between Yesterday and Tomorrow
Mom and dad
were far away..
Left to strangers
to shape our way~
Cruel minds
with evil hearts..
Between Yesterday and Tomorrow
All the joys
we never had..
A loving mother
a consoling dad..
All those years
of crying out~
Between Yesterday and Tomorrow
Then little boys
turned to men..
And little girls
begin again~
To find a life
they never knew..
Between Yesterday and Tomorrow
And we look back
on those tumultuous
years..
Sometimes the laughter
mixed with tears~
And we remember God
Who
brought us through..
Between Yesterday..
and Tomorrow..

cafetwo2010

At first it was just a quick poem about
no one in paticular
Then I thought mabey I really need
a vacation
Then those glorious maidens ran
shouting through the castle halls
and saying things we all know to
well.. How much the poets here
love each other and the great gift
of language.
I'm honored to have been a part
of this great community of writers
and I'll never be able to step into
the shoes of our great Mr. Fellsman
or an Odette, a Summerwind,
Beautifulyou, Ondos, Morgan, Mac,
DaBomb, and for heavens sake now
I have to just write the whole list so
put your name HERE........
I don't want my name at the top
of any list,
Just knowing you kindred spirits is enough for
me
This is my sworn statement before this
Maiden Tribunal with court fees included.

As your father I should enlighten you about what you'll face out there
'First and Foremost'...this alleged "Gift of Life" doesn't include fair
Don't just listen my daughter... HEAR everything I'm saying to you
more than anything I hope you experience more bliss than blue

One absolution is theirs no getting around having your heart broke
the intense pain induces nausea making you feel "I'd rather croak"
I'm so sorry but 'love' shall be a life challenge most trying
I promise my dearest daughter time will remedy the crying

Heartache is unfortunately bound to linger but you will live
keep fighting even if you feel theirs no fight left to give
My heart falls apart knowing I can't save you from life's pain
learn from every mistake daughter so prudence can be your gain

More times than not counting on another is simply unwise
be reluctant to trust...even "best friends" have disguise
My child you are certain to succeed once out on your own
Crystal NEVER forget you're the greatest joy I have known

Dearest daughter my love for you no scale could possibly measure
I do know when you became my child I got a priceless treasure
When or If I'm needed just know I will always answer your call
until my last breathe.. I'm there if you should ever stumble or fall

I simply adore you my first true love.

You built the foundation of love and fear within me.

Before you were born I was fearless and strong about anything

Then you came, I became vulnerable, weak to the notion that if something happened to you

My world would simply crash. .vanish and I would simply crumble. ..

Yes, you taught me the true meaning of love. ..my world changed
For the better because of you

Believe it or not, but that was my truth then

And still remains the same.

You might not hear from me everyday, but know that I always think of you.

I love you. .