A tribute to all the fathers and fatherly figures…
Dear daddy,
I always marvel at how amazing the relationship between a father and daughter is, just like an emperor and his princess. Isn’t it? Papa I’m lucky to have inherited most of your qualities and above all your resemblance.
To be very honest, I was always impressed by your practical, yet caring lifestyle. Your careful hold on my little finger, while walking, seems to be still present during all walks of my life. With your blessings I am amidst all the luxuries this world can provide, but I still remember those unforgettable moments, when I used to put my small little feet into your big shoes and walked around the house; when I did my homework in your study, knowing that it was a forbidden area for me; when I took your pen stealthily, in spite of your advice that I was too young to use a pen; when I wore your cotton shirts to the college during summers and made your wardrobe short of shirts. The pleasure, which I found in doing all that, is incomparable to any other pleasures in the world. These beautiful memories are my treasure. Papa I always wish you to be, by my side and keep guiding me as you did when I was a child.
It is unbelievable, but a reality that I am writing something when my dearest darling dad is not with me to read and appreciate. You have left for that heavenly abode about which you always told us and tried to make us understand. You always preached us the reality of life. At that time we only heard, but could not reciprocate and apply into our lives, as we found you as a whole and sole protector of us. But now everything is crystal clear. All the thoughts float so smoothly into my mind that I feel as if some miracle has happened. Yes, indeed it’s a miracle, where someone still exists in spite of their departure. The growth of wisdom in me indicates that you are by my side even today, showering all your blessings in the form of guidance which I feel from within me.
Thanks Papa for being my teacher, friend, philosopher, and guide.
Our loved ones never leave us alone, they always stay with us in the form of blessings, guidance and inspiration…
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Absolutely beautiful tribute to your father. Your love and respect for him shines through. Your father taught you well.
A loving tribute by a papa’s baby. I used to drape my father’s lungi as a saree and feel happy.
M sure ur papa is smiling, reading this cute tribute:)
This made me smile.. such a loving tribute to your dad. I’m sure he is proud of you and is smiling after reading this! 🙂
The warmth and love can be felt in every word. A fabulous dedication to your father.
This is such a beautiful tribute to your Dad, Sheela. He sounds like an amazing Dad!!! You are lucky to have him watching over you 🙂
A heart-warming post, Sheela. This is such a lovely, love-filled tribute to your father. He must be happily looking at you and blessing you from wherever he is now.
Some very valuable life lessons there…superb writing 🙂 God bless!
A touching post dedicated to your father. He must be very proud wherever he is…Great writing…