Monday, June 16, 2008

Happy Fathers Day!

A Daddy Like Mine

 

This is the story of a Daddy

One who is silly and fun and strong

I am the little girl who loves him

And he loves me…deep and high and long

 

Little girls are funny creatures

Created tenderly by another Daddy’s hand

They love to love and laugh and imagine

Sprinkling beauty upon their land

 

You watch me dance through this life

With huge giggles and a grin

You look at me and shake your head

Secretly wondering where I’ve been

 

(So here’s a little secret)

I still remember the delight of Heaven

My innocence is what Jesus loves best

I remember twirling with the angels

And knowing how deeply I was blessed

 

Perhaps that’s where my wonder comes in

As I explore and trust easily

That’s why God gave you to me

To guard my innocence carefully

 

See, Daddy’s to girls are carefully chosen

They play a leading role in her story

She looks to him for love and protection

In his love you see her glory

 

And you, sweet Daddy, exceed them all

You’re playful and strong and wise

Out of all the great things I have in this world

You Daddy, are my greatest prize

 

But perhaps the most important of all

Is the way you allow me to remember and see

The sweet Father who made me

                                                    And died for me on a tree
-SNQ '08

1 comment:

Katie M said...

Oh Steph! That was such a beautiful piece...what a gift you have! And how blessed are we to have such Godly men raising our children? God is so good... Love you, sister!