Jun 20 2009
Father’s Day 15
When I walk through the stores and see the cards
my heart bends
a little
my smile fades
tears fight to free themselves
but I keep them captive
Pancake breakfasts
and prime tickets to sports events
bad neck ties
awful gadgets that have no use
hokey hats
bought in the millions
to honor them all.
Fathers.
No gift shop
for where you are
where I think you are
just words from my heart
to yours
just memories
fond memories
flashes of moments freeze-framed
and eternal
copyright 2009
4 responses so far
Beautiful and so heart felt. Keep the poems coming. I love them and you. Sharie
i am not writing nearly enough.
sarah
I’m not even going anywhere near the card-stands. I can’t do it.
This was a wonderful poem and I know exactly what you mean.
Kat
hi kat,
i agree - it’s best to avoid those types of things - it’s too much for one heart to bear. i think you do know exactly what i mean. thank you.
sarah
So touching, Sarah, so very touching. My heart is fuller and more alive with this. I miss him.
hi tom,
thank you. i miss him too - so very much.
hugs,
sarah
Touching poem, which is easy relate to. I really enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing.
hello vic & welcome,
i’m glad you felt you could relate to it - that is my goal as a poet. i was happy to share it. thank you for reading.
sarah