Months ago, I read an article written by a father to their daughter on his lessons and message on navigating life. I thought it was sweet so I shared the link to my father and asked him if he can write a similar article (he’s a crazy good writer). His response was “but i’ve never been around when you were growing up”. I felt sad but said then you can write about whatever shared memories we have!
Since today is his 68th birthday, I thought maybe I’ll be the one to write for him instead!
To my dearest father 1,394 km away
On your 68th birthday I have some words to say
Last week we cheered with an “unbirthday” cake
Today sharing a message is how we celebrate
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Remember in grade school when I got interested in writing?
The next day you bought me books you said for my reading
Today I still do what you taught me
Read to learn, understand and see
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While sometimes you can be very stubborn
Listening to other people’s views is your norm
Many times I don’t understand how you prioritize
But whatever makes you happy I can oblige
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You like to tinker with new things you bump into
Often nonsense, sometimes useful too
You like to explore new places or corners around
You’re already a senior with curiosity still unbound
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What I truly admire the most that clings
You see the fun and humor in the tiny mundane happenings
From the documentaries you watch
To the little things your cats catch
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To make people laugh is your kind nature
Sharing your fun stories you enjoy for sure
Even when your kids are away,
We love you pa, happy birthday!
