How do you capture
a lifetime of fatherhood
put it down on the page?
Your voice in times of doubt
your hand on my shoulder
your cup always half full.
Yet, it wasn’t what you said
year after year that I remember most
you stood beside
you held up others
you lead with love.
You showed me.
Dedicated to my dearly loved father, Thomas Jenkins, who has fathered many over the years as an educator and coach. No words will ever be enough to tell you how much I love you.
© Alicia Grimshaw 2017
flashlight batteries - Ali Grimshaw 
Light and blessings to Thomas Jenkins, Ali! And I bet you are an amazing daughter. ❤ Debbie
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Thank you Debbie.
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your cup always half full.
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Thanks Kirsten.
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A very moving tribute to an obviously wonderful father and man.
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Thank you.
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Yes beautiful.
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Thank you very much.
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So beautifully written!
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Thank you for your response.
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Truly beautiful.
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Thank you!
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