Tuesday, January 26, 2010

Dad


We Wanted so much to keep you,
We watched you day by day
Until at last with breaking hearts
We saw you slip away
You wore a crown of patience,
As you struggled on and on
And the hands that rest forever,
Were the hands that were so strong.
God watched you while you suffered,
And he knew you had your share.
He tenderly closed your weary eyes,
And took you in his care.
Dear God, forgive a silent tear,
A silent wish that you were here.
Others are taken, yes, we know
But you were ours and we love you so.

6 comments:

Meri said...

That was so beautiful and touching. All my love to you and your family Kelly.

Wendy said...

Kelly...that's absolutely beautiful...a wonderful tribute to your daddy.

(((HUGS)))

phonelady said...

how beautiful and you have me in tears .

phonelady said...

how beautiful and you have me in tears .

phonelady said...

how beautiful and you have me in tears .

Heidi / Jack's Pack said...

Kelly, this is such a lovely tribute to your father. I am so, so sorry for your loss.