The Web Poetry Corner - Dr. Mark Winegar - Happy 18th Brithday
Happy 18th Brithday
by
Dr. Mark Winegar
You turn 18 today.
There is no gift I can offer you
that can express the joy you've added to my life.
No gift that can express
how deeply I love you.
Or how empty this home will soon be.
Thank you for this chance to see
through the eyes of a child again.
Thank you for tolerating my reluctance to
recognize you passage into womanhood.
Thank you for your hugs and kisses.
For you heart-breaking smiles.
And for calling me Daddy.
You will always be the precious jewel of my life.