A Father's Love

A little piece of heaven,
I found in his strong embrace.
I unearthed a tender healing,
In the devotion on his face.
I learned that he was human
By a tear he shed one day,
And I know how he protected me,
When it was quickly brushed away.
I perceived the person I’d become,
For it was mirrored in each word.
Within that voice, I found my worth,
For faith was all I ever heard.
Such precious gifts bestowed to us,
From heaven up above.
I know now I’ll be forever blessed,
For I had this father’s love.

-Wendy L Kohlhoff
© 2003