You were the light of my world... my Daddy...
With fondest memories that have never gone astray.
To remember your gentle voice, your laugh, but sadly
With heartfelt pain you remain many miles away.

The images of your face showing hope and care
A vivid reflection of your guidance to show me the way
With pleasant thoughts and wondrous dreams to share
But yet you remain many miles away.

Your sparkling blue eyes shone through my window clear,
Like the heavens sun shining its brightest ray.
Your warmth encompassed my lonely soul so sincere,
Even though you're many miles away.

Once long ago cuddled in your arms, strong and hardened.
Stories of your prized pigeons proudly shared each day...
Always showing that special first rose in the garden,
The joy in your heart I remember, but still you are many miles away.

To his only daughter, he proudly held me close and whispered
, My darling princess, you will always be in my heart.
With a sullen tear on his cheek for me to see
He promised we would never part...

I hope in my life there will come a time
Where happiness will light the clouds of gray
But until the day when your soul touches mine,
Daddy? I'll be only miles away...
-oOo-

In My Prayers...