My Father

My father lifts me high upon his shoulders.

So safe am I no foe or fear to find.

Each day he speaks some gentle words to cheer me

Along this cruel path of life, I go.

You are my strength, my confidant, my father.

In you I find my courage, strength, and joy.

I praise your name for you alone are worthy

Of all my love, because my father you are

When I have cares and needs, He always solves them.

Never a moment hidden from His eyes

Sometimes I wonder why He came to save me

Though shameful, vile and devious I am.

-M Walters