by Bhawana 'Gather Proud Mom'

Member since:
April 25, 2007

My PAPA...Part-2

March 09, 2008 10:05 PM EDT (Updated: March 10, 2008 12:50 AM EDT)

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When I was born he wrote a poem

Admired me from the corner

Wiped tears behind the fascinating glasses.

When I was three he took me to school

Held my finger with care

Smiled at his own reflections.

When I was five he saw me dancing

Clapped continuously with ecstasy

Laughed at my silly zig- zag steps.

When I was nine he taught me Math

Telling me the axiomatic truth

and soon understood my fondness.

When I was thirteen he read stories for me

Stories of Christ, Martin, Buddha, Gandhi

Told that life is multi-layered.

When I was 16, he gifted me a book

'The night of 16 Jan'

Why? I was born on 16 Jan.

When I was twenty he took me to seminars

And found my crush on Plato

Comments: 35

Ellie !. Mar 9, 2008, 9:46pm EDT

Lovely words, as always. For a special daughter from a lovely daughter...what else! Blessed. You are both blessed.

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Mariana T. Mar 9, 2008, 10:14pm EDT

Oh I have tears in my eyes as well. I loved this fabulous tribute to your beloved Father - you honor him so - many blessings to all of you and thank you for sharing your life in pictures with us my friend. Salud.

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Cheryl B. Mar 9, 2008, 10:17pm EDT

Bahwana,
What a wonderful but sad tribute to your Papa. So sorry for the loss of your Mummy...
:( Thank you for sharing your beautiful photo essay.

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Mariana T. Mar 9, 2008, 10:27pm EDT

Bhawana - I wrote that in a hurry because I was called to the table to eat just now - this poem is very touching and shows how much love you have for your father. It is very very beautifully written. I enjoyed these pictures very much. I wish your father a very happy birthday. Salud.

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Jim Ross Mar 9, 2008, 10:39pm EDT

You continue an inspirational family saga for us, Bhawana. Thank you for that. I'm proud to call you friend.

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Patry Francis Mar 9, 2008, 10:41pm EDT

Thanks for sharing a little bit of your wonderful father with us in your inspiring poem.

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Patry Francis Mar 9, 2008, 10:41pm EDT

p.s. Love the photos, too!

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lynn a. Mar 9, 2008, 11:10pm EDT

Buzzy, You have such happy and wonderful memories, and it is good for us all to share them with you. I am so grateful to you for letting us in on your growing up years with your Dad. I can see why you love him so. He is a special man.

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William Dotani Mar 9, 2008, 11:13pm EDT

This is a very beautiful poem. The timeline of important memories you trace keeps the focus on your father and the strength of character he gave to you, but the last stanza made me tear up because it was so sad. The thread of love binds this poem with a feeling of goodness.

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Lawrence U. Mar 9, 2008, 11:22pm EDT

This is a great poem, Bhawana! And a wonderful tribute to your beloved Papa. Thank you for sharing a thought so profound.

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Alison Pearce Mar 9, 2008, 11:30pm EDT

Sooo beautiful Bhawana!

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Beryl Singleton Bissell Mar 10, 2008, 12:25am EDT

What a perfect tribute to your father Bahwana. Would that all little girls had such loving mentoring fathers. And the photos add the finishing touch to your tribute. I extend my condolences on the loss of your mom. May you find comfort in your memories.

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KC Klein Mar 10, 2008, 8:37am EDT

Nice.

I have not pictures.

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Barbra L. Mar 10, 2008, 10:41am EDT

Bhawana:

The love and tenderness that radiates from your affectionate writing pierces my heart. Your father and mother have done a fine, fine job of raising you and your siblings. You reflect their teachings with grace and dignity.

I loved looking at each of the pictures and cannot thank you enough for sharing these most poignant photos.

I would like to extend blessings to your wonderful father for his birthday, tomorrow, March 11.

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Kay M. Mar 10, 2008, 11:26am EDT

Bhawana this is so lovely. Your Papa sounds like such a fine man and loving father. I enjoyed your photos.

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Sheila Deeth Mar 10, 2008, 12:44pm EDT

What a beautiful poem, and a truly lovely tribute to your dad. Lovely pictures too.

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Cynthia W. Mar 10, 2008, 1:26pm EDT

Great poem and pictures, thanks for sharing!

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Jo C. Mar 10, 2008, 3:28pm EDT

I am proud to say this one made me cry. This is worth tears for the joy of your work and the way you build up to that superb ending. What a father!

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Jo C. Mar 10, 2008, 3:42pm EDT

P.S. I loved those hopping birds you left in the comment to my article. Cheered up my day :)

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Lucky Stars Mar 10, 2008, 4:37pm EDT

What sweet, sweet words.

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Granny Janny H. Mar 10, 2008, 5:02pm EDT

I am thrilled with your lovely poem and the pictures. Thank you for inviting me into the sweetness and sadness of your world.

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Fred Hose Mar 10, 2008, 6:23pm EDT

Hi Bhawana
Your love for your father shines all the way across 6000 km to my heart.
A father's love is like no other. That you saw and felt this love so deeply, brought tears to my eyes.
I was overjoyed to see Vatsalya. Go well dear friend.

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Parul S. Mar 10, 2008, 6:40pm EDT

This is so beautiful and touching.............as I read , I journeyed through your childhod and remembered mine............tears faded my eyes with memories that last a lifetime and make me who I am...............you are a pride of your parents and a pride for anyone connected to you in any way........

love and hugs

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Donald M. Mar 10, 2008, 7:28pm EDT

Bahawana, your love and respect for your father shows in your pictures and words. We are so happy to share some of your life and memories you share with us.

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sheila h. Mar 11, 2008, 12:37am EDT

Thank you for sharing this..I feel you are sharing the grief that you feel for your father being alone without his life's partner,your mother..
I am sorry for all the grief,the loss,the changes in the life of so many that look towards the mother,the wife like the sunflowers follow the sun..now it is difficult to raise the hed,to smile..I understand your sadness and fear for your father..
Your poem is beautiful..your love and worry for him so obvious..I offer my prayers for his peaceful mind,a healed heart only the love of memories ..no pain..

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Minakshi w. Mar 11, 2008, 4:23am EDT

Bhawana, you write with your heart in your words. It is a poem of great sincerity, beauty and love...that you share with your beloved Father. Fathers are real special people , aren't they, Bhawana? But daughters like you are what makes dads proud.

Happy Birthday, Saxena Uncle! You have a beautiful daughter...and I can see where her talents come from.

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Marge H. Mar 11, 2008, 3:20pm EDT

Such a touching and beautiful poem honoring your father's encouragement and support of your learning and achievements!

I just love the photos too.

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Jerri H. Mar 11, 2008, 8:16pm EDT

You chocked me up....beautiful~

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Elsie Duggan Mar 12, 2008, 6:35pm EDT

This is very beautiful Bhawana, thanks for sharing the pictures of your family with us, and I especially love the one with you and your dad, the last one, you can see the love in it. Be there for him, I am sure you are.

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Elsie Duggan Mar 11, 2009, 12:44am EDT

Bhawana, thanks for sharing this with us again, love you, Elsie

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Sujata (funnily 'Suji' ) S. Mar 11, 2009, 9:06pm EDT

Love you dear friend for what you feel greatly is all grace of god !

Love is reflection of the upbringing and you well that !!

Thanks for this tribute you make dutiful song round for the cause on Earth !!!

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Sujata (funnily 'Suji' ) S. Mar 11, 2009, 9:09pm EDT

Thanks for sharing the picture !

I know yours to be sublime forever dear !!

Proud lovely daughter that you are gratefully tall !!!

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Donald M. Mar 19, 2009, 5:03pm EDT

I have lost both parents. My father and I were best friends too. There are times I feel his presence watching over me, when I am anxious. I can feel his love. Of course I miss my Mom too.

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