Hard-hearted Options

[Aphrodite]

I thirst for a drink of
encouragement
but the decanter of your love is
bone dry.

I hunger for a nibble of  
wisdom
but the core of your intelligence
is unfruitful.

I yearn to say, “Happy Father’s Day” to your
gentle face
but a voiceless response is assured.

I pray to embrace your handsome 6 foot frame
but instead
I hug a cold, heartless gravestone of                                
unfeeling.

© Linda Balboni 2003

[Aphrodite]

Hi  Linda

This is such a sad poignant piece that expresses so well how much you miss your father and very apt for us in UK as tomorrow (19 June) is Father's Day over here.

Nina

Hi Nina~

Thank you for reading and commenting.
The USA also celebrates Father's Day today!
It's been almost 5 years since my dad passed away, and I still can't move on easily!
When you are as fortunate as I was to have had the most incredible father on Earth, I suppose the pain and emptiness is expected.

Nonetheless, poetry and writing certainly helps get emotions out.

Take care~
Lindi