When we first met
I thought I’d play
the wise old sage
and you’d
be my eager pupil.
Even in those early days
you were always teaching me
about kindness
about self- sacrifice
about faithfulness.
Your laughter is among
my favorite sounds in this
whole wide world
and I will always remember
that you were
the first of the kids
to make me consider
that there might be
something valuable
in (step)fatherhood
waiting for me.
So,
I thank you
for prying open a door
I thought
was sealed forever.
Happy Birthday, Rachel
Love,
Pop-o
Beautiful sentiments expressed so well.
ReplyDeleteSo well done, an honest look at parenthood.
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This is so heartwarming and wonderful. Lucky kids, with a stepfather willing to open his heart.
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