by Robert - just a simple man - B.
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April 12, 2007

Thoughts Sent To A Special Friend......

January 22, 2009 11:25 PM EST
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THOUGHTS SENT TO A SPECIAL FRIEND

© Robert C Burnham

 

I don't really know him

But he's a father to a friend

You can see he really loves her

And he will until the end

They haven't had no body else

For many years gone by

She'd never think of leaving him

Just the thought would make her cry

 

Now they have another sorrow

Which together they must face

Age catches up with all of us

And puts us in our place

But when I think of family life

Dreaming of how it should be

My friend's father comes to mind

He gives his love so free

 

And he doesn't have to wonder

About walking his road alone

She will strut through any fire

To keep his heart her own

When she was a little girl

It was his hands, made her strong

He'd hang her drawings on the wall

And In his heart he'd keep her song

 

Now she's the one standing tall

Not letting go his love

She'll wrestle with the Devil

And she'll pray to the One above

I hope that she'll understand

Why I'm writing this all down

Because I love her and her dad

And it's great having them around.

 

So, my friend, how can I convey

That I'm with you in this flood

Each one of these words I speak

I'll be glad to pen in blood!

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Comments: 52

Missy Cline Jan 22, 2009, 11:27pm EST
sweet!!

lol i must confess that at 43 i am still a daddy's girl.
Donna S. Jan 22, 2009, 11:32pm EST
That's so sweet.
Dana W. Jan 22, 2009, 11:35pm EST
so very sweet!
Andrea (Ms. Conservative) L. Jan 22, 2009, 11:37pm EST
I hope she knows
sarah g. Jan 22, 2009, 11:39pm EST
awww, nice
Robert - just a simple man - B. Jan 22, 2009, 11:41pm EST
Holy crap, my muse is 43. I thought you were like 27 or something.......
Jennifer Lee Jan 22, 2009, 11:45pm EST
Thank you for this tribute, Robert. This is so heartfelt and amazing. I'm in complete awe of your generosity and kindness this week. You have a unique ability to touch my soul and I'm grateful to know you'll be there if I need a shoulder to cry on.

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Big hugs, Julia
PS I forwarded a copy to my dad. He'll enjoy this, I'm certain.
Kathryn E. Jan 22, 2009, 11:49pm EST
I understand this entirely, and it is so very beautiful, what a good heart you have. A great heart.
Robert - just a simple man - B. Jan 22, 2009, 11:49pm EST
Looks like she knows Andrea. LOL
Jennifer Lee Jan 22, 2009, 11:53pm EST

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I agree with KEO, you have the biggest heart on Gather. That's why you were "Best Of" this week. Cheers, Julia
Kushal Poddar Jan 23, 2009, 1:07am EST
I can imagine who he is... A glorious celebration of poetry and soul.
after this life time
Lexa Daily Jan 23, 2009, 1:12am EST
Beautiful sentiments, well written.
Robert - just a simple man - B. Jan 23, 2009, 1:15am EST
Kushal, you do know who he is and you know what's up. Continue in your prayers please.
Linda T. Jan 23, 2009, 2:19am EST
Robert this was very beautiful. Julia will need the love and support of her friends now more than ever. I am glad you are there for both her and her dad.
Shannon H. Jan 23, 2009, 3:23am EST
A beautiful poem, you must be a great friend to care so much. :)
A lovely poem.
Karen F. Jan 23, 2009, 7:42am EST
How beautiful and full of heart Robert. That is wonderful.
mary bryant Jan 23, 2009, 7:51am EST
very nice
Renee (Pres of Baby James Foundation) ~. Jan 23, 2009, 12:06pm EST
Robert this was beautiful and someone is very lucky to have a father that loves her so much.
Sharon P. Jan 23, 2009, 12:11pm EST
Beautiful tribute.
Chas Andrews Jan 23, 2009, 12:16pm EST
thanks!
Nancy Biri Jan 23, 2009, 12:59pm EST
nice poem
Rachel W. Jan 23, 2009, 1:24pm EST
That's so sad and sweet
Jodi G. Jan 23, 2009, 1:36pm EST
that was beautiful!
Stefania H. Jan 23, 2009, 2:12pm EST
sweet...very touching.
Ginger C. Jan 23, 2009, 2:32pm EST
Makes me miss my Dad! Very well done!
chelsie t. Jan 23, 2009, 3:11pm EST
Very good
strongthrufight E. Jan 23, 2009, 3:15pm EST
Today's the day I lost my daddy last year but this poem describes how it was up till I moved out here 3mo before age caught up with him.
Deloris Wright Jan 23, 2009, 4:23pm EST
Nice poem Robert thanks!
Angela A. Jan 23, 2009, 4:31pm EST
This is a wonderfully beautiful poem!
Thanks for posting to my group, Anythingwriting
Debbie R. Jan 23, 2009, 6:08pm EST
Nice poem. Thanks for sharing
Jan S. Jan 23, 2009, 6:11pm EST
Beautiful, Robert. I feel the same way about my dad.
Teresa A. Jan 23, 2009, 6:59pm EST
Very nice, thanks
Tee B. Jan 23, 2009, 8:07pm EST
This was nice, thanks
Georgiana S. Jan 23, 2009, 8:31pm EST
very nice
Robert - just a simple man - B. Jan 23, 2009, 10:46pm EST
Thanks everyone. Please keep Ms. julia and her dad in your prayers.
http://www.mybenefitsplus.com/40581105
Have A Great & Powerful Day W/J
Tracy Fabre Jan 23, 2009, 11:36pm EST
Robert does good again... rackin' up angel-wing points left and right (and they're more substantial than Gatherpoints, fer sher).
(The Other) Dale C. Jan 24, 2009, 12:36am EST
You've a lotta heart in that body of yours. And Tracy is right too. You probably do rack up tons of points.

I figure in about another five years, I'll have enough points for a $50 Borders card. LOL!

OK.. going back to being AWOL for another week. This break has been really refreshing.
Robert - just a simple man - B. Jan 24, 2009, 12:59am EST
LOL Dale, I just ordered me a $75 Paypal payment with my points, that on top of the $50 Borders card spent last week. May order another $25 tomorrow. I don't mean to, but I got points coming out the Kazoo.

I think of it as little rewards.....
Jennifer Lee Jan 24, 2009, 2:06am EST
Just spoke to dad on the phone and he read it. He said to thank you. Hugs, Julia
Robert - just a simple man - B. Jan 24, 2009, 2:17am EST
That makes me happy sugar-angel. Save some of them hugs for your dad.
Alison H. Jan 24, 2009, 8:37pm EST
Lovely tribute! And it could be a song.
Karen L. Jan 24, 2009, 11:32pm EST
I agree with Alison, just beautiful!
Bill W. Jan 25, 2009, 12:47pm EST
There is more than one person out there who has a little moisture in their eyes.. Great work Robert!

Rest easy
Courtney C. Jan 25, 2009, 1:31pm EST
Wonderful tribute
Sharon B. Jan 25, 2009, 9:30pm EST
thanks for sharing
Kerrell g. Jan 25, 2009, 10:33pm EST
A 10 for you, Robert!!!!!
regina k. Jan 29, 2009, 6:18pm EST
that is so wonderful
Kris P. Jan 30, 2009, 8:12pm EST
Such touching words you write, for a friend is something special!
Roberta Moto Feb 6, 2009, 4:22pm EST
I miss my mom and dad so much, wonderful tribute
Allen H. Oct 4, 2009, 12:01am EDT
Robert - you are clearly not "just a simple man", but this is simply beautiful.
I'm glad she has a friend in times of trouble.

My Dad had a stroke last week, then my Mum had a fall,
they're recovering OK but my heart's bouncing like a ball.
Long term of course the prognosis is not good,
they have had more than their three score and ten.
Some day we shall all have to face death as we should
Those left behind have to carry on with their lives then.
Your poem says that when needed you could
be there as a shoulder to cry on, her true friend.

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