Dad

He held me in his arms

Whispers of promises

A lifetime together waiting to be explored

When I cried

You were always there beside me

Wiping away my tears

When I laughed you were there to share in my laughter and joy

Priceless moments,

 memories now shared with a tear or two

He sat me on his lap

Told me endless stories

Of his childhood memories

Wars that made grown men weep

Visions that still haunt him in his dreams

Stories of great bravery

And a kind of love that last forever

He took me by the hand

Helped me up each time I fall

He taught me all I needed to know,

About the dangers of life and of love

Men will come and go he says

Guard your heart and guard your ways

Be wise in whom you trust

Love deeply

Love passionately

Be honest, loyal and truthful to yourself and to others

Treat people like you want to be treated

Love and do not hate

The most important thing in life is…

Always believe in yourself.