The Marvalus View » Blog Archive » Sunday Inspirations: What Is A Dad?

Filed Under Speaking From The Heart, Sunday Inspirations on June 15, 2008

I had something else here, but I changed it to reflect the spirit of the day…

What Is A Dad?

A dad is someone who
wants to catch you before you fall
but instead picks you up,
brushes you off,
and lets you try again.

A dad is someone who
wants to keep you from making mistakes
but instead lets you find your own way,
even though his heart breaks in silence
when you get hurt.

A dad is someone who
holds you when you cry,
scolds you when you break the rules,
shines with pride when you succeed,
and has faith in you even when you fail…

~By Susan Ceylise.~

Viewing 4 Comments

Villager 06/15/2008 10:03 AM 1 point
Please login to rate.

Do you already have an account? Log in and claim this comment.

Sunday Inspiration meme is a wonderful opportunity to honor our Dads. I appreciate your post and your poem very much.

peace, Villager

reply edit reblog flag

http://electronicvillage.blogspot.com

Marvalus 06/15/2008 10:05 AM 1 point
Please login to rate.

Do you already have an account? Log in and claim this comment.

@Villager - Happy Father's Day, Villager!

reply edit reblog flag

SjP08 06/15/2008 12:22 PM 1 point
Please login to rate.

Do you already have an account? Log in and claim this comment.

Marva - I am so moved by your above post. Much obliged for sharing with us your most personal and deepest thoughts and feelings. This is a tough day for many of us daughters who have longed for a lasting or continued relationship with their Fathers. But, for those of us who struggle with this day - we have to - as you say, forgive and move on. That is what makes us whole again giving us the strength to provide our own children with the knowledge that they are indeed loved.

Happy Father's Day to You and Yours!

SjP

reply edit reblog flag

0 /people/SjP08/ /people/SjP08/following/ http://sojournersplace.blogspot.com 1311000543 SjP08 sojournersplace

Marvalus 06/15/2008 03:59 PM 1 point
Please login to rate.

Do you already have an account? Log in and claim this comment.

@SjP - I think the absence of a father gives you two choices: you can choose to use that lack of love to tear you up or use it to build you up...I use it to love my child 10 times harder, 10 times better, and 10 times stronger than I ever thought I could...

Happy Father's Day to you and yours too! :grin:

reply edit reblog flag

Trackbacks

(Trackback URL)

blog comments powered by Disqus

About the author

This blog is about me: what I like, who I am, what I think. You are always welcome here, but don't bring any bullshit; it is not tolerated. If you want to reach me offline, hit me @ marvalusone@kc.rr.com.

Content

Recently written

What I'm Reading Now

Good News Tuesday

Make sure you participate in "Good News Tuesday". All you have to do is post a story about something positive in the Black community. While you're at it, insert your name in the meme to share it with others.

June 2008
S	M	T	W	T	F	S
« May		Jul »
1	2	3	4	5	6	7
8	9	10	11	12	13	14
15	16	17	18	19	20	21
22	23	24	25	26	27	28
29	30

The Marvalus Chick

Disclaimer

This is my personal site. The views and opinions expressed here are my own and do not represent those of the people, institutions, or organizations that I may or may not be related with unless stated explicitly.
Because I am human, my thoughts, views and opinions will change over time. I reserve the right to change without any rhyme or reason or explanation.
My site may occasionally link to other sites owned by other parties. I am in no way responsible for the contents of the other sites...visit them at your own risk.