How Can I Not Remember You, Father

I still remember the most fragrant flower That assaulted my senses with wonder The song that made me cry a river Is vividly imprinted In my heart's deepest corner. How can I not remember you, Father You brought me into this world You live on through me Yesterday, today Until eternity. I fondly remember My strict elementary teacher Her rules must be followed to the letter So engaging yet loving She treated me like a daughter. How can I not remember you, Father You are the namesake Of my only brother Every time I see myself in the mirror I can see the shape of your face And your eyes that werelike marbles. I don't care who you were All I remember is you are my father I don't care how other people Remember you All I care Is how I remember you. I remember you With love today I spoke to God the other day To bless your soul every single day With each passing year Memories of you linger. Copyright 2017, Rose Marie Juan-Austin, All Rights Reserved Copyright 2017, Rose Marie Juan-Austin, All Rights Reserved