I've always been Daddy's little girl... will this change that? |
**Won First Place in "Daddy Dearest Contest"; featured in People's Choice Newsletter** **Won Third Place in Mommy4Life's "Show Some Emotion Contest"** **Won Honorable Mention in "And The Award Goes To..."** Daddy’s Little Girl I knew you: Reading stories before bedtime; Sharing a new pebble, flower, shell; Tickling my sides while I gasped for air; Resting your beard on the crown of my head; Holding my hand while I cried. I knew you: A man highly respected, Full of strength, love, wisdom. Standing tall, proud, behind me, Supporting my dreams, Ready to catch me if I fell. I knew you: Walking me down the aisle, Offering a word, a touch, a kiss. Holding me close as we danced. Watching me from across the room, Brushing away the dampness of a tear. I knew you: Making that phone call, Choked with tears, loss, love. Struggling to be strong for us. Retreating deep inside your hurt, Dazed by the sudden blow. I know you: Ready to move on. Looking for support, acceptance, love, As you supported and loved me Throughout my childhood years. It’s time to stand on the other side. I know you: As I know myself, Suffering fear, anger, resentment. I don’t want you to love her. I don’t want her to stand between us. I’m afraid of what might happen. I know you: And I know her, Giving hope, contentment, peace. Guiding you to a new beginning. Just as I know I will always be Daddy’s little girl. |