The poem below one I shared with my fellowship on my birthday last year, as stated in the blog entry 'Sharing As I Journey Through.'  Be blessed!

It should’ve Been You

A father walked me down the aisle

But he wasn’t you.

A father supported me on my graduation day

But he wasn’t you.

A father proposed a toast on my wedding day

But he wasn’t you.

A father comforted me through my time of sorrow

But he wasn’t you.

A father gave me marital counselling

But he wasn’t you.

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I have a father who prays with, and for me

But it should’ve been you.

I have a father who I can turn to for guidance

But it should’ve been you.

I have a father who calls to see how I’m doing

But it should’ve been you.

I have a father who embraces me as a daughter

But it should’ve been you.

 

Today I resent no more, 

For my heavenly Father’s love is true.

He has erased resentment.

He’s given me a heart that’s renewed.

© J. S. Ramkissoon, 2009

 

Dear Dad,

My renewed heart, filled with God’s unconditional love, enabled me to search for you.  Now I’m thankful that I’ve found you. And I just want you to know that I love you.  I have such peace inside that ignites the joy I so longed for.  His love is contagious I know you’ll catch it too. May you find that peace within, that true love brings.  You still have a place in my heart and I will always love you. Though I’ve never seen your face, from my heart you will never depart. 

 

I love you dad. 

Happy Father’s Day!

© J. S. Ramkissoon, 2009