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A Tribute To Daddy

You were the oak in our family tree, With roots that were strong and true, Holding on so tenaciously No ill wind could topple you. We nestled under your branches, Daddy, In the shelter of your girth, Until our own roots were established and We survived by our own worth. Daddy, only then did you waver Only then did your roots release. God seeing how very tired you were Took you to his home of peace. Dear Daddy on this Father's Day I am wondering if you knew Just how much your daughter loved you And that she's still missing you.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012




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Date: 9/11/2020 8:51:00 PM
A heartfelt, beautiful write Joyce.
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Date: 9/11/2020 8:51:00 AM
This is a lovely tribute to all the good dads out there.
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Date: 9/10/2020 9:22:00 PM
Going through your poem, I am also remembering my Dad. He was my Idol, Philosopher and Guide. I feel his blessings are still guiding me. Congrats Joycee. I cherish same feelings for my Dad.
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Date: 9/10/2020 10:23:00 PM
We were both very lucky to have a dad like that. Thank you for writing.
Date: 4/6/2017 4:01:00 PM
What a great poem Joyce, thanks for sharing.
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Date: 6/3/2016 7:25:00 AM
Greetings Joyce. Congrats for your placement with this deep, emotional piece....
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Date: 5/29/2016 4:01:00 PM
Joyce, this poem is worded so beautifully! It deserves the honor of first place. It is a fave for me my friend! Congratulations on your amazing win! #7 ; )
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Date: 5/29/2016 11:50:00 AM
Beautiful
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Date: 5/28/2016 9:41:00 PM
Congratulations on your 1st place win!!
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Date: 5/28/2016 4:16:00 PM
Beautifully written - congrats on your win! - Jesse
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Date: 5/28/2016 2:38:00 PM
A very heart felt win.... Love Linda
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Date: 5/28/2016 11:52:00 AM
What a beautiful tribute Joyce - many congrats on your top place:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 5/28/2016 11:50:00 AM
I'm holding back my own 'Daddy Tears' and faving this to read every Father's Day. It could be written about my own strong, true and steadfast oak of a Father. Need I tell you, I found your poem touching and emotional; it drew me in. Congrats on 1st place ... 7 ... CayCay
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Date: 5/28/2016 10:29:00 AM
Congratulations!
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Date: 5/28/2016 10:11:00 AM
Joyce, what a beautiful poem...Daddy as a sheltering oak tree. I love the analogy you present...perfect imagery of a wonderful father. Congratulations on your First Place win. 7+Fav. Hugs, Sandra
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Date: 5/28/2016 9:51:00 AM
CONGRATS...a well deserved top spot.
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Date: 5/28/2016 9:26:00 AM
An honest and a beautiful tribute.....congratulations on your win Joyce!
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Date: 5/28/2016 9:18:00 AM
Beautiful tribute your dad, as I also call my dad daddy, will always be our daddys in our hearts. Congratulations on your awesome win!!!!!
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Date: 5/28/2016 8:57:00 AM
absolutely beautiful,Joyce!Congratulations!!
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Date: 5/28/2016 8:45:00 AM
Sweet tender tribute, congratulations Joyce. A well deserved win...
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Date: 6/14/2014 10:36:00 AM
This is an outstanding tribute poem to a very dear dad my dear friend Joyce. Loving it so much. Hope you don't mind if I'll include in my fave list? Thank u so much & its such an honor for me to share with u the win. My hearty congratulations!! Hugs and cheers! Thanks a lot as well for stopping by on mine. Blessings! love lot and big hugs, Leonora
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Date: 6/11/2014 10:29:00 PM
Joyce, Congratulations, a wonderful and heartfelt win. Love ~LINDA
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Date: 6/10/2014 8:07:00 PM
precious deication to a father well-loved, jiyce.. ttuly a greeat win, congarts with huggs
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Date: 6/10/2014 9:47:00 AM
Oh Joyce this is so truly sweet and touching...I'm sure your daddy watches over you from above..love, deb
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Date: 6/10/2014 5:19:00 AM
Congratulations, Joyce, very heartfelt tribute to your father.
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Date: 6/9/2014 11:50:00 PM
Congratulations Joyce.. :) A touching loving tribute to your father.. GBU
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