As far back as I can remember, June was the month connected to my Dad. His birthday and Father's Day always arrived within a few days of each other, and we always enjoyed celebrating both days, doing our best to let him know how much we loved him. Within his household of five girls, he was king! He was loving and kind, and gifted with gentle words of wisdom. I always thought I had the best Dad in the whole world--and I did! Although my Dad is home with the Lord now, I think of him often and miss him--especially every year in June. I will always be thankful to have had such a wonderful loving father.
In honor of you, Dad:
Father of Mine
by Sarah K. Marinee
Father of mine, some years ago
You showed me the way I ought to go;
You led my feet past the treach'rous sand
By the gentle clasp of your own strong hand.
Father of mine, let me thank you for
The prayers you prayed and the burden you bore.
Like a guiding star thro' the tempests' strife,
All your precepts have shone on my path of life.
Father of mine, when the time has passed
And the work of my life is complete at last,
When I step ashore on the glory strand
With a grateful heart I will clasp your hand.
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