Papaw

you held my hand when I was small
painted pictures with words
as i grew tall
you made me smile, clap and cheer
you wiped my tears all while lifting my fears
taking me beneath your arm
you sheltered me from others harm
you kissed my face and loved my soul
you made me have this heart i stole
you danced with me when no-one else would
you showed me love like no-one else could
you sat me out upon that tree
you held my face and have stayed with me
you made a promise sure to keep
that you would punish any man who ever laid a hand on me
i love you more than any other
more than a grandpa you are my minds father
i am here to keep you safe
to absorb your hurt and clear your pain
i am here to talk and cheer
to dance and laugh and hold you near
i am here to never leave
because i know for sure
you will always do these things for me.


i love you. you're the most strong and diligent man i know.