When I think of you father you’re the protector, provider, guardian, breadwinner a man full of honor.
You worked all day long and then toiled in your garden to put food on the table no tomato is finer than yours.
As a child I did not know the sacrifice you made with five kids and a wife a life you did make for us all.
Education, religion, morals and valor you gave these to us I could never be prouder of you. Perseverance in action.
A showman, a songbird, performer with huge personality a poet and sea man your heart always wowing your captive audience.
A story would always come to your lips to share with your family and anyone else who would listen to it. You are a storyteller and a wordsmith.
When I look at my boys, your grandkids so funny, they are smart, clever and witty, they know the value of money. Thanks for the ledger.
I see bits and pieces of you in their smiles, cracking jokes, sneaky blokes, these children you value. Thank you.
Your legacy is me and the rest of your family, the friends you have made and the influence you carry.
We are a piece of you, oh yes that is true, when you look at us all we lead right back to you.
You go on and on.
January 22, 2010
