A little girl stared out the window
As snowflakes fell upon the ground.
Her Daddy had gone to be with Jesus
He would no longer be around.
You see on every Christmas eve
He would sit her on his knee
And read the Christmas story
Of how Christmas came to be.
Each night he would gently
Tuck her in to bed
And place a gentle kiss upon
Her sleepy head.
And she never forgot
These words that he said...
Dear Lord please watch over her
And never leave her side.
And when she’s sad and lonely
Hold her close, in her abide.
Let a star shine brightly so
That she will always know
I’m in the heavens watching her
Wherever she may go.
The little girl looked up
And she saw a star so bright
And she knew that her Daddy
Was watching over her this night
She said God bless you Daddy
And blew a kiss his way.
Please say Happy Birthday to Jesus
And Daddy…. I’ll be okay.
Written By: Lorie A. Yocum © 2006-2008
Dedicated to my Dad.
As snowflakes fell upon the ground.
Her Daddy had gone to be with Jesus
He would no longer be around.
You see on every Christmas eve
He would sit her on his knee
And read the Christmas story
Of how Christmas came to be.
Each night he would gently
Tuck her in to bed
And place a gentle kiss upon
Her sleepy head.
And she never forgot
These words that he said...
Dear Lord please watch over her
And never leave her side.
And when she’s sad and lonely
Hold her close, in her abide.
Let a star shine brightly so
That she will always know
I’m in the heavens watching her
Wherever she may go.
The little girl looked up
And she saw a star so bright
And she knew that her Daddy
Was watching over her this night
She said God bless you Daddy
And blew a kiss his way.
Please say Happy Birthday to Jesus
And Daddy…. I’ll be okay.
Written By: Lorie A. Yocum © 2006-2008
Dedicated to my Dad.
28 comments:
I know there will be many missing parents this year. This will be our first year without my husbands father.
I pray that the sweet memories of times with your Dad fills your heart.
And how great the day will be when we will all be together again.
What a day that will be.
These are such sweet words.
Aaawww... that was beautiful. Thanks for reminding me to keep those in prayer that are facing this holiday season dealing with the loss of a loved one.
Lorie,
That was beautiful! This is the 19th year to spend CHRISTmas without my Daddy and I still miss him tremendously.
May wonderful memories flood your mind and heart this CHRISTmas season and help to fill the void.
God bless you.
Jenn
A beautiful tribute to your Dad. I will be praying for you and your family.
Please remember our niece, her husband, her son, and her mother-in-law. This will be the first Christmas without the twin/grandson and grandfather/ father/father-in-law. So many lives will be affected by this loss, but the twin and his grandfather will be together in spirit I believe.
AliceE.
Lorie,
This is such a beautiful poem. My Dad died when I was 8 years old--just a little girl. My step-Dad, called Dad always, raised me from the time I was 12.
He, too, has gone to Heaven to live with Jesus.
The holidays seem to make it more difficult to deal with the loss of our loved ones. But, I rest in the knowledge that I will be joined with them one day in the perfect place.
Beth
So beautiful! You really have a gift. You have blessed me this morning. In HIS grip, Theresa
So very sweet, dear sister ~
Hugs,
Cathy
what a sweet poem. my dad went to be with Jesus when i was just 9 years old. the prayers he prayed for his children continue to be answered to this day.
love to you,
~sheryl
just beautiful Lorie...
makes me cry but is so encouraging.
BG
You poem touch my heart.
My dad died 7 years ago and I still miss him.
I know you're missing your "Daddy" so much Lorie. I share your grief my friend.
Love Lea
Lorie I enjoyed this so much, my Dad died when I was 13, I hardly knew him, months before his passing I had the opportunity to spend a bit of time with him....we were basically strangers but that first day we *met* he held me on his lap as if I were a little girl.....I will never forget that.
Thanks for sharing my dear sistah'
love and hugs always...
kelly
Lorie, thank you for sharing this beautiful poem. I am missing my daddy too, it's been a year since he went home to be with Jesus.
Hi Lorie,
Your poem was very touching and brought to mind how much I miss my Daddy. He was always the one who made Christmas in our home so much fun.
Thank you for sharing from your heart and blessing us.
Blessings,
Sandi
So beautiful and touching... It's 11 years and 10 years without our fathers... We praise the Lord we will see our dads in heaven one day.
Hi Lorie, I hadn't been by for awhile, and I've been sitting here catching up on your posts....what a wonderful way to spend my time...as always, you truly are an encouragement TO my heart...I loved the letter to your daughter!
Oh, Lorie, this makes me teary. It's hard anyway because my mom's homegoing was during this season of the year and now I always think about that night she went home to Jesus. Once again, God has used your gift to bless the rest of us.
Lorie,
That is beautiful! I lost my Papi a few years ago so this poem really speaks to me. I'm so glad you stopped by my blog so that I got the chance to meet you. I'm adding you to my favorite friends list.
Patricia :o)
PS: I'd be happy to help you figure out if your linens are vintage or not.
Hi Lorie, what a beautiful expression from the heart.
I am just stopping by to say hi to you and send Christmas greetings.
Peace and joy
Vickie
Hey Lorie!
I pray you are having a blessed day. I was thinking about you this morning and I have an award waiting for you today over at my "place". Come on by.
Be Blessed My Friend!
Jenn
What a sweet story and a good reminder not only for this time but I guess all year round. Thanks for the visit on my blog and for that sweet story shared. Keep warm
i love your poems...
thanks for sharing!
and reminding us to be spend time with our loved ones while they are here....
blessings
I have given you an award...please jog on over to my site and pick it up...OK, walking is fine, too. :-D I have bestowed this award upon you because I love your blog. You are such a talented writer and your words do, indeed encourage my heart. God bless.
Dear sister,
This is such a lovely poem!
Loads of love to you:)
Lorie,
Hope your doing okay. Please come by my blog, I have a surprise for you.
AliceE.
It seems that the older I get, the more I miss my Dad! I can truly relate to this, Lori, as I'm sure so many others can. Joyous times always pull at our heartstrings when someone we love is missing. But isn't it wonderful to know that throughout eternity we will all celebrate together, never to be separated again? Thanks so much for sharing this!
Cora
Oh Lorrie this was so beautiful. My Papa (daddy) passed away in 1985. I'm thinking a lot this year about how Christmases used to be. I hope yours is blessed beyond measure dear friend.
Profoundly moving! Truly touched by you sharing your heart with all of us. Have a good week. Sorry you weren't feeling well and sorry if you seemed blocked from my page. I made it more private and I couldn't send invitations to others unless I have an address for them. You take care though feel better!
Blessing to you,
TJ
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