Dear Dad

Dear Dad,
        I choose my words carefully when I talk to you, with Mom I can talk for hours, maybe it's ought to be that sons are closer to their mom and daughters to their father. Whenever as a child I wanted anything from you, I always told Mom to tell you, not because I was afraid but I was more in awe and respect. I love the way you appreciate me, boast of my achievements when you talk to the relatives assuming I'm not present. You are a role model to me, your conduct is inspirational. It pains me today that a man who once used to carry me on his shoulders to school is ill. If I was a child today I would have said "Superman never becomes sick".It's difficult to convey my love to you but all I have is words and I've tried it through a poem. Hope you like it.

I remember when you gifted me a bicycle and taught me how to ride,
then you removed the learning wheels and left me by myself and I cried.
And you said 'You must learn.'

I remember when I couldn't pronounce 'M', you made me practice all night until I perfected my 'M',
and look today I'm trying to pen down a poem.

I remember when you taught me tie my shoelaces and later knot my tie,
but being your stubborn kid I never learned because I always knew you'll be there when I give you an eye.

I know all the uncanny wishes I make,
but you make it a point to fulfill them and not break.

I know all the chaos I create at home,
and yet you let me dictate my terms as if I'm sitting on an iron throne.

You have seen me crawl, rise and fall, and rise again.
Dad, your actions have taught me 'Thoughest the situations, thoughest we must be'

I know you'll always be there for your dear,
following your rightful path I've nothing to fear.

Love you Dad and Happy Birthday.
Regards,
Your loving son.

P.S. The poem is written on 13.09.2015