Chess with Callum,
Scrabble for me,
A quick laugh and joke in between,
My loving and attentive father.
Flowers and cookies just because,
Lifts to friends and clubs,
Nothing was too much for him when I asked
My selfless and adoring father.
Kites, fishing and endless cards for Callum,
Sitcoms he hated but I loved,
Frequent random questions always diligently answered
He was my compassionate and devoted father.
Spontaneous treats,
Supportive eagerness to help me study,
Dedicated attendance at all school functions
My loyal and dutiful father.
Hugs and kisses when needed
Always he was there:
3.39 on the dot,
My proud and caring father.
Happy memories of days well spent,
Of quiet, secret expressions of his devotions,
A life well spent,
His legacy will live on in the tears of joy he left behind.
My proud and caring father.
© Heather R Ellis
March 2009