Father's Day - to my recently departed Dad who is now with Jesus

to follow in the footsteps

of someone who cares

who even in trouble

would always be there,

who leaves a lasting memory

of integrity and truth

coming from an honest place

since the time of his youth;

to find in life some humor

and courage when needed most

while taking on all life's challenges

but never one to boast,

working hard

but yet know rest

is a model

of life at its best;

to say a soft "I love you"

and a "thank you"

comes to bear

that which we already knew

but oh so good to share,

following a faith so true

the Lord above

was real to you

through songs you sang

and scriptures you read

always mindful of God

in the life you led;

your leading by example

leaves a mark upon the heart

and footsteps such as Dad has left

means we'll never have to part.