MY DAD

My Dad, my friend,
Who's always there with open hands.
He listens when I am hurting,
and cheers when I am celebrating.
That's what Dad's are all about,
Just being there...

Let's take a trip back in time...
Remember,
The Saturday car trips,
The summer months,
(you brave soul, letting me bring a friend for the summer!)
The grocery shopping trips...
(how much candy can we get for $10.00)
Barbecues,
Motorcycle trips,
Working together,
Being a team,
A father/daughter team.

Those are just a few of the special times,
I will always treasure.
For they are in my heart,
always and forever.

My father,
My hero and my friend.
I am always with you,
even from afar.
You are in my heart,
My mind and my soul.
Right down to my toes literally!

Dad,
Thank you for all that you do,
but most of all, thank you for being you.
I love you Dad.

By Kathy Coletti

Written For Her Dad, Chuck Preston

6-8-2000