Father I Hardly Knew Comments
My father, who I hardly knew,
Was never one to shirk.
He died in nineteen twenty four,
While helping friends at work.
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So you were only about two years old when he left this life. This was a very nice tribute to him. I join John Richter in expressing my hope that you are still around to enjoy the recognition you will get from having this poem chosen by PH as poem of the day.
Yes this true life poem is pictured in the most sensitive way....people who serve ARMY needs kudos and accolades....
I was sad to know about the way your Dad died. But it's a nice poem.
A wonderful story about your dad Frank.... I hope you are still alive to hear this....
A well articulated narrative poem nicely penned. Thanks for sharing.
Very sad Frank........I'm sorry you didn't have him in your life longer. My dad died when he was 47 (in 1994) so I do share your loss for a father. Very nice tribute to him though. Sincerely, mary
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8/3/2025 4:38:45 AM # 1.0.0
It's good to know the story, but this form isolates from feeling, Frank.