Happy Father's Day, Dad.
I longed for acceptance
You welcomed me with open arms
I longed to be heard
You turned to listen
I felt worthless
You treasured me
I thought I was incapable
You gave me a chance to prove what I can do
I was without talent
You called me gifted
I was trapped in a shell I built for myself
You set me free
I never knew I could do anything that counts
You believed in me
I thought I was limp
You made me fly
And so I did
And I soared high.
J. Samm