Poem To Dad

The Real Dad

Daddy, they told me that you were so very tough 
Then, I came along, and things got a little rough 
But, you were suppose to be strong 
Was I too heavy, or was I just all wrong?

I don’t understand, and I just can’t see 
Why a big man like you couldn’t carry little me. 
I know by now, and I do understand 
All that’s counted toward being a man

And you didn’t ask for me to come along 
But me, I think that’s all dance and song 
Just to make you feel better, a reason not to care 
Does that sound a little harsh, or maybe unfair?

Well, what justice was done walking out of my life? 
All alone to handle my own daily strife. 
Every creature on earth knows how to multiply 
Without rhyme or reason, nor even knows why

So, I can’t understand what a real man that makes 
Please tell me the difference from belly crawling snakes. 
To care only for yourself deserves no badge, no banners 
True grit, real pride, bravery, and courage – all the stuff that matters 
That’s what makes the difference between man and minor lad 
The real man is the one who has the stuff to be a real dad.