A poem for my father.

poem by: Christopher Russon
Written on Apr 01, 2016

He was there
To put me right
When I was going wrong
Times when I was weak
He was there to
Make me strong
He was there
To keep me sheltered 
From rain and heavy storms
A guiding light that shone 
From the day that I was born.

He was the hand upon my shoulder
A white dove from above
And now that I have grown into a man
His legacy is love.

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K Alexander commented:

I've read a couple of your poems and this one is my favourite. Very heartfelt and loving.

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you very much for your comment I was looking back on some photographs Of my dad and these words just came to me

K Alexander commented:

Well it's a stunning peace of work

teresa Skyles commented:

Absolutly beautiful Christopher.Thank you for the comment on my poem.

Christopher Russon commented:

It is a pleasure Teresa .I have enjoyed your poems from what I have read.

ann parks commented:

Thanks for this wonderful poem.....It wasn't till my dad passed that i realised fully how wonderful he was and how much I owe him . Thanks for your lovely comment on my poem "the sixties". Ann

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you also for your comment on my poem ,a very special poem. Looking forward to reading more of your work Ann.

A previous user commented:

You should frame this. I would hang this on my wall. My dad had sayings that carry with me.like "you can't buy class" and "don't make any fast moves" lol. Thanks for making me think of him.

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you very much for your comment I will get it framed and place it on the wall.

A previous user commented:

A lovely poem.

A previous user commented:

A lovely poem.

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you for your comment.

Raychill Ellisonwonderland commented:

Much respect to your Father. and thank you for sharing by honoring him in this forum.

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you raychill for your comment On the process of writing another one about my dad called father like son.

Shanta commented:

I give all the glory to your father!

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you Ajanta my dad was a good poet.

Christopher Russon commented:

Sorry I meant to say Shanta.my mistake.

Lakiesha Cole commented:

This poem is so beautiful, loving, and sweet! It makes me think of my dad. I miss him!

Christopher Russon commented:

thank you for for your comment on my poem. Very encouraging.

John Prophet commented:

Nincly done, hope your dad is still around to read this.

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you j G for your nice comment on my poem .

Patrick Lean commented:

A well written poem Christopher. Truly one from the heart.

Maria Williams commented:

A beautiful poem from the heart. Made me think of my wonderful father. Thank you.

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you so much Maria my dad would be pleased like I am for your comment.

Frank Hornby . commented:

"Lovely poem about your father Chris, I've written a few poems about my dad, even though I've never met him, and never will as I discovered he died in New Zealand.....over 30yrs ago......your poem touched my heart."

Frank Hornby . commented:

Just found it nice to read this poem yet again........comforting...

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you again Frank.this poem has touched the heart of many readers Maybe it should be called a poem for our father's.

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you again Frank.this poem has touched the heart of many readers Maybe it should be called a poem for our father's.

Ashok Pokharel commented:

Fathers are usually forgotten....you reminded...well done!

Piya Paul Mudgal commented:

Wonderfully penned.

ann parks commented:

It's only now my Dad is gone that I realise how great a man he was and how hard he worked for our family. Through his effort we were propelled into a better standard of living which he at the end delighted in.......thanks so much for this one Christopher.

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you Ann glad you liked it.

Christopher Russon commented:

Thank you Ann glad you liked it.

D'Vina Dietrich commented on Oct 01, 2017 at 1:18am

I love this. Your father seems amazing.

Christopher Russon commented on Oct 02, 2017 at 11:18am

Thank you for your comment D.Vina this poem has touched many hearts Such lovely feedback from everyone.

Fadrian Bartley commented on Jan 13, 2018 at 12:57am

i have read your poem keep it up

Christopher Russon commented on Jan 13, 2018 at 11:28pm

Wow thank you Fadrian.

Jojo Luis commented on Jan 24, 2018 at 4:27am

You poem really touched me. My father passed away at only 54, when I was 29. You poem, made me think of him, and it made me smile. A great piece.

Christopher Russon commented on Jan 27, 2018 at 5:09pm

Thank you George for your comment. Very much appreciated.

Dinesh Chauhan commented on Feb 02, 2018 at 6:05am

loved it

Christopher Russon commented on Feb 04, 2018 at 4:16pm

Thank you Dinesh for your comment.

Michael Wise commented on May 12, 2018 at 4:19pm

Wonderful. Beautiful. I wrote one for my dad last year.

Christopher Russon commented on May 12, 2018 at 7:12pm

Thanks a lot Michael this poem is very special to me I am overwhelmed with the feed back on this poem.

Gauri Sharma commented on Oct 17, 2018 at 6:08am

delightful poem. Your father must be proud

Misti D Lovelace commented on Oct 20, 2018 at 8:00pm

Wow, I love poems people write about loved ones, this is one of the best!

Christopher Russon commented on Oct 23, 2018 at 3:12pm

Thank you Gaura for your comment on my poem Most appreciated.

Christopher Russon commented on Oct 23, 2018 at 3:14pm

Thank you misti for your lovely comment On my father.

John Cotter commented on Sep 13, 2019 at 8:19am

Good parents aren't everywhere these days, and nor are good kids clever enough to appreciate them. What is a good parent? Being good may seem daunting for Mums and Dads struggling to bring up their children amongst so many distractions for the children (and the parents). Writing as an old Dad, I think the main thing is that they stick around for the child. It's simple and difficult both at once. Being perfect though is not part of it, and the kids appreciate that because it means they feel OK being human too. This is a heartening poem, not the sort of thing I often read but I'm glad I did. Well done, Chris

cheryl ashmore commented on May 27, 2020 at 12:26am

Very beautiful

Christopher Russon commented on May 27, 2020 at 12:37am

Thank very much Cheryl.

k river commented on Aug 30, 2020 at 7:19pm

Hi, The basic structure and the sentiment are very good. However, you need to tighten the poem up through editing. Make each line seven syllables not words. Then the poem will have a more polished smoother flow to it and read more rhythmically having a consistent beat. The idea is very good but that is how to make it smoother and make it even better. Best regards, K River

Christopher Russon commented on Aug 30, 2020 at 7:50pm

Thank you very much K your advice is most welcomed.

Kenvil Atkins commented on Nov 15, 2024 at 6:37pm

Christopher Russon Don’t be too quick to be thankful for lame criticism, I did not have the love you shared with your dad, but your poem sure made me cry, it’s raw words coming out of your heart, not a superficial Alice in Wonderland trip. Cherish your thoughts to be real, not polish the pros and cons from critics who cannot see the beauty in your words. more for which it stands.

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