In response to Suzanne Burke’s “Fiction In a Flash Challenge,” I present the following based on this photo prompt.
“I’VE GOT YOU”
I’ve got you, little one
Safe and secure
In this world filled with troubles
Heartaches and fear
Your tiny heart beats in rhythm with mine
My blood flows through your veins
Our lives forever intertwined
I’ll protect you until my very last breath
And warm you when icy winds
Threaten with the kiss of death
Yes, I’ve got you, little one
Today, tomorrow and all your days here
I’ve got you, little one
My love unshakable and sincere.
Your Father
If you’d like to join in, visit Suzanne’s blog here and jump on in! The rules are simple and it is a creative challenge!
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This is absolutely beautiful, wonderful post.
Thank you, Diana!! Happy 4th of July!
Awww. Such a sweet poem, Jan, and perfect for the beautiful prompt. Well done. <3
Wonderful post, Jan. A very moving tribute to fathers.
Thank you, Karen. I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you, Jan! You’ve captured the sentiments of most fathers in your poem. Bravo!
Thank you, Mark! Your comment made me smile!
Jan, thank you so much for this moving take on the image prompt. I’m so delighted you joined in. ?
I was happy to, Soooz. The prompt wouldn’t leave me alone. 🙂
I know what you mean. This one grabbed me from the get go. Thanks again for your contribution, Jan. ❤
I can’t believe it’s already Thursday! I had wanted to participate in this one, but I ran out of time. I love your poem. 🙂
I totally understand, Yvette. There are never enough hours in the days. Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment.
Well done, Jan. As a father, I think you nailed it.
Thank you, John!
You are welcome.
So beautiful, Jan. You really expressed a father’s love.
I felt the words deeply that the photo portrayed. Thank you for stopping by!
This is very poignant, Such deep feelings so beautifully conveyed.
Thank you, Erika! I’m happy you enjoyed it.
These kinds of feelings always go deep ?
This is great, Jan. I’ve been seeing these challenges around the blogosphere. May have to give one a try.
Thanks, Joan. I most often don’t have the time to participate, but this photo grabbed me and I wrote it in minutes. Thanks for slopping by!