Dad

by XX-jess-Xx

I remember when you stood with pride,
stood up tall and didn't hide,
kept your deepest fears inside,
scorned the times you ever cried.
I kept your secrets like they were mine,
acted strong like it was fine,
showed you I could toe the line,
never shout and never whine.
I remember how you smiled at me,
played and acted wild with me,
being such a child with me,
was never ever mild to me.