There is the family photograph
That is your father’s face,
There is your father’s father
Grey-gathering years apace;
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A wonderful poem. Would you read my poem 'Faded Photographs' which tries to express the same sentiments about parents (but not as well yours I might add)
Yes, we are each ourselves, no matter what others may think. Good poem. Read mine - Who Am I - Adeline
An enjoyable poem on a very unusual and special theme. I particularly like the rhythmic style and the way it ended.
Having two sons myself, this poem has meaning for me, I loved reading it. Reminds me of looking back at pictures of the past also and remarking how sons look like their fathers and their fathers before. Great write, keep on writing, you have my attention! RoseAnn
Wonderful poem :) I agree with the poet below. There is a very likeable quality to this poem :) -Wu
The last stanza is the most likable...filiality personified in your words....excellent....thank you
Magnificent, and thought provoking as are all your poems, David.