Being a Parent
“The best part”
“Being a Parent”
Spending a day out in the sand
Seeing my child’s hand, playing in band.
A fun day at the park
Never miss this part, proud parent’s heart.
Off to school can be hard
A smile I impart this scholar’s tart.
Take them fishing’ and doing’ dishes
Hard work pays late, lessons we teach.
Brushing their teeth no preaching’ dad
I always get sad,
Because one day I know they will grow up,
To be Mom or maybe be Dad.
-CWH-
About the Creator
Corey W Harland
Retired soldier, writing as a therapy, hobby, and as a dream career as I go. I hope to fill this page with poetry, photographs, and stories that will inspire all who read to embrace their own beauty and let their own lights shine bright!
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That's how the circle of life works. Loved your poem!