Dad provides the worldly needs

Sits silently aside

Stalwart in his outward pose

Fights demons of his own

Leader of the family

Advisor, loving man

Mentor, coach, defender waits

To mend a broken heart

Wiping tears, encouraging

His child’s growth support

Proud of the accomplishments

Arms out to catch the falls

Father in the sense that’s true

Means more than DNA

Dance recitals, soccer games

Wherever, he is there!