A Father Remembered

The memories of my Father Do not fade with time How Could I forget The one who was a major part In this life of mine The man who taught me How to throw a ball The man who showed me What it meant to go for it all The man who said, anyone can quit But it was a real person who'd fight Even when all those around you Never believed you were right The man who said, make your own choices Don't let others makes decisions for you Because in the end when all is said and done We all must do what we must do I've lived his words as I lived my life Thinking and doing for myself Trying to be the best person I could Never consumed or worried about wealth Though he died many years ago I think of him each and every day If he were still alive I'd know exactly what I'd say I'd wish him a happy Father's Day I'd take him to a game I'd remember all he taught me I'd thank him for what I became 12-2-09/RJH