HAPPY FATHERS DAY

The sacrifices you made to keep our family together, when times were so rough.
The times we both needed to get away, just for a drive and some place to talk.
To talk to someone who understands, who is not only my father but also my best friend.
I hold on to those memories, of all those summers at the beach.
The sand between my toes, the water pulling at my knee's.
Holding your hand bracing for the wave, knowing all along that you would keep me safe.
So many times you've helped me out, when my school projects took a turn for the worst.
How you set all you had to do aside, to get my assignment finished first.
Your ideas are so creative, you've got more talent than you know.
The key to your work is patience and learning as you grow.
I'm so proud of you, and the challenges you've had to face.
For no father could have done a better job.
No father could replace.
The man I see as my hero, my father, I'm honored to say.
How lucky I am to be your daughter. I wouldn't have it any other way.

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY

Love & Prayers,

Michelle

It's hard to imagine what you don't think about

It's hard to imagine the difference that one day could make.
One single day, that could change a life forever.
What you don't think about is how much is at stake.
A relationship, or your own well being.

It's hard to imagine when you are paralyzed by fear.
The same fear that shows any sign of weakness.
What you don't think about when things aren't clear,
is the hurt feelings that could be healed with an apology.

It's hard to imagine everyone getting along.
That this bitterness and hate will ever end.
What you don't think about is that maybe you were wrong,
is it that easy turning your back on a friend?

Maybe... Just maybe, that friend hurt you.
And say that it really was their fault.
Stop pointing fingers, no one is to blame.
Years from no you won't even remember, why does it matter who ignited the flame?

It's hard to imagine what you don't think about.
So don't pretend I'm not even there.
Acknowledge my presence, ask me how I am.
Show me that you sincerely care.

It's hard to imagine what you don't think about.
I've thought about it over and over again.
Forgive me, I am sorry for the pain that I have caused.
Do you think that in your heart, it can go back to the way it was?

It's hard to imagine what you don't think about.
So think about it.
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Hatred only poisons the soul.
The longer you carry it with you, the more toxic it becomes.
Pay close attention to this message, and forgive someone.

Sweet little rose

As delicate as a rose, when the sunshine catches the rain drops crystal tears on the flower's red velvet petal.

Misunderstood (dedicated to my mother)

I never understood the sacrifices you made,
I never understood why I didn't get my own way.
I never understood that a mother's love has boundaries,
when all I wanted was for you to see things the way that I see.
I never understood that no means no,
I would get down on my knees and beg you to let me go.
I never understood why you were being so unfair,
that even through my tears you didn't seem to care.
I never understood why I'd get in trouble for telling the truth,
when it didn't occur to me it was after I lied to you.
I never understood until I moved away from home.
I never understood until I had a daughter of my own.
I understand now what it's like to be a mother,
and how deep the love is between a mother and her daughter.
As much as a mothers love is misunderstood.
It's all for the best.
It's all for the good.