LISA’S DAD
Recently my dear girlfriend Liza has lost her beloved father. How does anyone ever find the right words to say to someone at such a difficult time. He will forever be with you Lisa, because the love you shared shines through your eyes and words every single day. It is so important to remember and honour your father, and you did that both in his lifetime and now. I love you girlfriend!
LISA’S DAD
He wasn’t a hero
Known by the world
But a hero he was
To his little girl
My Dad was God
Who knew all the things
And better than Santa
With the gift’s he’d bring
I knew his voice
Before I could speak
And I loved it when
He would sing me to sleep
He would cuddle me tight
When not feeling right
And tell me that everything
Was going to be right
He’d come home late
With not much to say
But he was happy to see
His family that way
He taught me life’s lessons
Of right from wrong
And instilled in me values
That I might be strong
And so through the years
Like a hero he stood
Working to give
All that he could
His presence was important
And we loved to see him smile
For no-one in the world
Could ever replace his smile
And so dear Dad
The best memory to recall
Is the gift of your presence
The greatest gift of all
GUNTER KUWERT R.I.P
SEAT OF MY SOUL 
July 5, 2010 at 7:38 am
Lisa,
I’m so sorry to hear of your sorrow. When I lost my Dad, it took a few weeks before I realized he was still there, right beside me. They never stop looking out for us you know. Close your eyes and slip into his great hug of love.
Your dad has a lovely face. What a special man – lucky you to be his daughter.
July 5, 2010 at 10:01 am
I will pass this on to Lisa as I know she will appreciate this so very much. Thank you so much for your kind words ~ Amanda
July 5, 2010 at 8:40 am
This is really a heartwarming poem. Reminds me of all the nicest things my dad does for me. And I hope Lisa too, like the brokenpenwriter, overcomes the feeling of loss and begins to feel her dad’s presence and love.
Btw it is really very nice of you to do something like this for your friend and her father 🙂 kudos to you.
July 5, 2010 at 10:02 am
Thanks so much Spandhanaa for your heartfelt words…always so lovely to have you here. Have a lovely day my friend 🙂
July 5, 2010 at 9:09 am
This is a wonderful, heartfelt piece, Amanda; touching, and very well done.
Tracy
July 5, 2010 at 10:04 am
Thanks Tracy…your comments are always special and very much appreciated. x
July 5, 2010 at 9:22 am
Mandy our beautiful Girlfriend I thank you for this amazing page on my dad!
My dad an AMAZING man, he was a very LOVING, CARING and SHARING gentleman.
His beautiful face, his gorgeous smile and most of all his respect for others are just some of the things we will treasure for the rest of our lives and past down to our children which will then follow on down the line.
I just love that song thanks Mandy it always makes me cry and makes me think how lucky i am to have the dad I have who showed me so much love and Happiness.
All the wonderful Memories we have shared will always be close to my heart I love you Girlfriend xxoo
July 5, 2010 at 10:05 am
You are a very special Lady Lisa….and you are most welcome…I know how much it means to you. Always….Mandy x
July 5, 2010 at 10:46 am
This post is so touching. And like your other posts, I love this as well. You are really great Amanda.
July 5, 2010 at 3:23 pm
It’s always lovely to see you here Michael, your comments make me very happy. Have a wonderful day ~ Amanda x
July 5, 2010 at 12:35 pm
what moving and heartfelt poem,
have a beautiful time today!
July 5, 2010 at 3:24 pm
Thanks Jingle, and you have a beautiful time too:)
July 5, 2010 at 12:59 pm
Absolutely beautiful, portrayal of such love and devotion. Nice song as well.
July 5, 2010 at 3:25 pm
Thanks Suzicate, I appreciate your comments. Nothing like the love from and for a father. x
July 5, 2010 at 1:31 pm
Your work and poem twist my heart. Well done, Amanda.
Thank you for your sharing!!!
July 5, 2010 at 3:27 pm
You visiting my nook makes me very happy. Thanks for your lovely comment 🙂
July 5, 2010 at 2:05 pm
i lost my daddy last year.
i am sorry for your friend’s loss.
love and hugs
shraddha
July 5, 2010 at 3:28 pm
I am sorry to hear about your daddy Shraddha…nothing like love between daughter and her daddy! Hugs to you ~ Amanda
July 5, 2010 at 2:47 pm
truly that is the greatest gift of all.
beautiful.
lost my dad six years ago.
July 5, 2010 at 3:30 pm
Sorry for your loss…nothing can take the place of a father. Love and hugs ~ x
July 5, 2010 at 3:12 pm
what a moving tribute… indeed, a father’s presence is a blessing. there are many fathers who take this for granted and blessed are those whose dads know how to become a part of their children’s lives.
this poem really touched my heart. ❤
July 5, 2010 at 3:31 pm
Thank you for your kind words…you are so right, a father’s presence is indeed a blessing. Hugs ~ Amanda
July 5, 2010 at 3:19 pm
Beautiful words,beautiful poem.x
July 5, 2010 at 3:32 pm
Thanks Yvette, your comments mean a lot, always!! ~ x
July 5, 2010 at 5:34 pm
What a lovely poem for your friend, really touching.
July 6, 2010 at 7:16 am
Thank you so much for your comment…lovely to see you here:)
July 5, 2010 at 6:04 pm
this was overwhelming indeed!!!
god bless lisa and her dad’s soul..
yeah!!! we should never ever forget what all our parents do for us!!
good one!!!
July 6, 2010 at 7:22 am
Lisa will be so happy to see all the comments here…thank you so very much. ~ Amanda
July 5, 2010 at 7:30 pm
losing a loved on is always tragic, your friend is lucky to have such a cool person, this poem is beautiful.:)
July 6, 2010 at 7:23 am
Thanks for your always welcome comments William. Have a wonderful day 🙂
July 5, 2010 at 8:54 pm
May his loving soul rest in sweet peace. Please extend my condolence to Lisa…tell her it is all going to be fine and as long as she chooses to celebrate his presence instead like you said in this lovely poetic tribute, then everything will be fine in no time. Take heart.
Cheers!
July 6, 2010 at 7:24 am
Thanks so much Em…I will pass your wonderful comment on. Have a great day!! 🙂
July 5, 2010 at 11:59 pm
Lovely sentiment here.
July 6, 2010 at 7:52 am
Thanks Jessica, as always, I value your comments so much. Have a lovely day my friend 🙂
July 6, 2010 at 12:25 am
Omigosh I nearly cried! So beautiful and lovely and heartful. Amazing job!
July 6, 2010 at 2:13 am
Lisa would be really glad she has a such a thoughtful and sensitive friend such as you, Amanda. May her dad’s soul rest in peace…
I really have no words of my own for this poem! Wiping my eyes, and writing is not too easy… it was, in a word, beautiful…
Thank you for being as sweet as you are… hope you have a wonderful life… (hugs)
July 6, 2010 at 7:57 am
Your comments always warms my heart my friend. Thank you for your friendship and sharing your thoughts. My wish for you always…love love and more love 🙂 Be good xx
July 6, 2010 at 2:25 am
This poem touches me deeply in the bottom of my heart! I lost my close aunt who I loved like my another mom… I feel for you Liza.
July 6, 2010 at 7:58 am
Lisa will be happy to read this, thanks so much Tes XX
July 6, 2010 at 2:29 am
tq for reminding me of mine..
July 6, 2010 at 7:59 am
A reminder to us all to embrace them while they’re here. Thanks for your comment, it is heartwarming to have you here. Have a wonderful day xxxx
July 6, 2010 at 3:24 am
The poem you wrote could console a heart in grief.
It is said that we don’t actually get over grief, we only learn to live them as we go along, but words, kind words of consolation are powerful to help a heart in grief get through it.
I wish you well.
~ Jeques
July 6, 2010 at 8:04 am
Very wise words that I always appreciate. Have a wonderful week my friend 🙂
July 6, 2010 at 4:50 am
This was very poignant, reading it made me think of my daughter and her father. There relationship is what you’ve described here. Thank you for posting it.
July 6, 2010 at 8:05 am
Your comments always means a lot and thank you for coming here. It warms my heart. Have a great week 🙂
July 6, 2010 at 5:00 am
You have written a beautiful poem which comforts all who have experienced the loss of a parent. Lisa’s father may be gone from his form however he lives on for we are eternal beings. Let us be thankful for all who enter and exit our life.
July 6, 2010 at 8:06 am
Wise words and one that I appreciate greatly. Thanks for your visit and I hope you have a wonderful week 🙂
July 6, 2010 at 5:42 am
Soul soothing…. a touching tribute of comforting words for your friend…you are truly a magician with words!
July 6, 2010 at 8:07 am
Thanks my dear friend…I sincerely hope you have a wonderful week ahead 🙂
July 6, 2010 at 4:14 pm
What a beautiful tribute to your friend’s Dad…you are such a treasure…she is truly blessed to call you friend as am I, friend. Heartspell
July 6, 2010 at 4:33 pm
You have touched my heart in a profound way….thanks for your heartfelt comments…your Aussie friend and fan ~ Amanda
July 7, 2010 at 11:10 am
What a heartwarming poem. Best wishes to Lisa and her family!
July 7, 2010 at 12:38 pm
She will be happy to read this Alexis. Thanks for your thoughtful comments. x
July 14, 2010 at 9:39 pm
Mandy I have just read all the comments and they are truly just beautiful and I would like to thank everyone of you for this. That poem just sums it up how close i was to my dad he has left a great legacy that i will treasure for the rest of my life and will pass down to my own children. I miss him everyday but i will never forget all the wonderful memories i hold Love you dad you are always in my heart xxoo Thank you Mandy you are a truly beautiful person luv you girlfriend Lisa xxoo
July 15, 2010 at 9:00 am
So many have send their heartfelt messages to you Lisa, it means a lot to me too. You are a very special Lady and I love you so mich (and I miss you) xxx