Friday, February 3, 2006

Ode to the absentee dad

I wrote these words on a paper,

Because there's a few things I must tell.

God's word speaks to men that pull this caper,

He says they're worst than an infidel

I am the innocent one in this situation,

I did not ask to come into your world.

At least you could acknowledge your creation,

Pay some attention to your boy or girl.

I need to know about you,

And what you gave to me?

Why are my eyes black, brown, or blue?

How do you figure in my identity?

It’s not about my momma or welfare,

It’s about showing me that I count.

It’s about showing me that you care,

And not about giving a dollar amount.

It’s not about child support payments,

But lord knows it cost money to live.

It is about self-esteem building statements,

And the life-affirming knowledge you could give.

I am unique and I am beautiful,

If you would just come around you could see,

Being with me would be joyful not painful,

You’re the one stopping a relationship with me.

 
Happy Birthday dad

Wherever you are???

just my 2cents at 2:12 AM |

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