Again Daddy Again Poem by Tammy Ashton

I feel the wind rush against my back. A wave rolls through my stomach. I fly higher and higher then.... stop........suspended....... before I fall, laughing......fearless. I know you will always catch me. 'Again Daddy Again' I chirp through laughter.

there was no one i trusted more

You throw me up and catch.... up and catch until your arms are tired. I swore I could almost touch the stars.

there was no one stronger

I sit on your lap, imagination reeling, wide eyed I listen to your stories. You opened my mind to the world and all its mysteries.

there was no one smarter

I lay my head on your chest, soft hair cradles my small cheek. I hear your heartbeat.

there was no place safer


I walk a few steps ahead... I stop and wait. Slowed by age and injury, you have pain with every step. You dont complain, just smile and make a joke.

there was no one braver

I have to say goodbye to let you go and be at peace........ still.......I can close my eyes and I feel the wind rush against my back. A wave rolls through my stomach. I fly higher and higher.... 'Again Daddy Again', I plead through tears.

there was no man I ever loved more