Chrystian Joel (2009) Poem by David Joel Rodriguez

Another year and many more inches I have missed
Growing up without the hugs or even a daddy kiss
Even through the phone never seems to be enough
Sometimes on the phone, your voice makes it tough
I know I am miles away and wanting to see me again
Sadden I become because I really do not know when
I stare at your handsome pictures waiting for the day
The day I get to hold you like a dad should everyday

Your needs at age six may differ from the last time I saw you
Different views, no more Pooh, now an iPhone cause you grew
Seldom kid songs, now Alter-Rock-Rap music is your request
Learning bigger words and 'passing' school, I'm impressed
I could ask but hard to tell what you do for fun and games
Various things you say but most of all you are glad I came
Then I smile as I pick you up and wrap you in my arms all day
Cause it's the day I get to hold you like a dad should everyday