A FATHER’S PRIDE
Mathematics was a necessary evil that didn’t come easy to some kids. I was one of them. But words came easy. While math was a painful chore, reading was a walk in the park. Creative writing didn’t come as easy, still doesn’t I suppose, but the process of creating is gratifying.
Not all words are created equal. Our best words probably aren’t going to earn you or me a Pulitzer Prize, but that doesn’t mean our words don’t have a purpose.
Some of my words lately have taken a detour. They have a different sound, but a similar purpose; to prod emotions out of the hearts of others. Their purpose is to make others think and relate similar feelings of their own lives and circumstances.
These words I’ve been creating in some ways are easier, but in other ways a whole lot harder, specifically setting the rhyming words to music.
Music is magical, spellbinding. Especially when it’s mixed with words that speak to our hearts. I’m not saying my words are magical, just music in general. I can say that mine, whether rhyming or not, are from the heart.
Here’s a song I wrote lately. The tempo is similar to Neil Diamond’s “Morningside – (For My Children)”.
“When he died
I silently cried
I couldn’t hide
The tears were justified
Years roll by
We sometimes cry
I can’t deny
I struggle to see blue sky
Although he died
His legacy cannot be denied
A man whose lips never lied
The Father’s pride
Oh, Dear Lord
It’s like my heart’s been pierced by a sword
I recall the man that everyone adored
… his soul has soared
Though life is sad
I was blessed to have the dad I had
The life he lived was full and dignified
The Father’s pride
Although he died
His legacy cannot be denied
A man whose lips never lied
The Father’s pride”
There you go. Not grand, but real. If and when I get music set to it I’ll share it here.
Where are your words taking you?
Audra Krell
Sunday, August 20, 2017 @ 5:08 pm
So wonderful to see you taking your writing on a new path…what fun to try your hand at song writing. These words really capture your feelings toward your dad. Hope the music to go with, flows freely for you my friend!
Pam
Sunday, August 20, 2017 @ 6:34 pm
I think we stretch our abilities when we try new genres of writing. It strengthens our skills and plugs us into a creative outlet. Love to read what has been written from the heart. Thanks for sharing yours, Floyd.
Chuck Allen
Sunday, August 20, 2017 @ 10:54 pm
I always enjoy reading your words, Floyd. Nice job with the song writing! So when are you posting a video of you playing and singing it so we get the full effect? 😁
Bill (cycleguy)
Monday, August 21, 2017 @ 5:22 am
I’m with Chuck, Mr. Multi-talented individual you. 🙂 Floyd, you have been given a gift with words. use them well my friend!
Dikkon
Monday, August 21, 2017 @ 6:13 am
Oh! Very nice, Floyd. Moving. Emoting. Gratifying to share in your love and respect for your father. Like everyone else who has written back, I can’t wait to hear your words set to musical accompaniment. Bless you, friend.
Hazel Moon
Monday, August 21, 2017 @ 9:32 am
The day He died, a lot of hearts were broken, even the heart of Father God, because he was sad to put his only son through all this the worst part was to take the sins of the world on Christ’s back. Other hearts were broken, because they forgot all the words of Jesus that this was temporary. They could not believe for their eyes told them differently. Oh that we as believers will take the words of Jesus seriously and believe that all this is temporary and that soon we will rejoice in the fulfillment of His perfect plan. Thank you Floyd for your words that jog our memory to think and consider out stories of long ago – – and yes, your poem is lovely and to music I would dare to join with you in song.
Martha Orlando
Monday, August 21, 2017 @ 12:23 pm
Love, love, love your lyrics, Floyd, and am eagerly looking forward to hearing the music when you get that completed. Your words aptly reflect the way I felt, and still feel, when my own father passed away three years ago. So moving!
Blessings!
Cheryl
Monday, August 21, 2017 @ 11:02 pm
GREAT job, brother! I love this! Made me think of my own dear Dad and how much I miss him. Music was a huge part of our relationship….bluegrass was Dad’s favorite and will always be mine, too. I miss hearing him play the banjo and singing with Mom and me. Your words always do make me think, and they are a huge blessing each time I come here. Thank you for being real, for sharing your amazing talents, and for blessing all of our lives the way you do.
saleslady371
Tuesday, August 22, 2017 @ 4:45 pm
You took a risk and it paid off well; we all like your song. I admire people who allow their gift to stretch them and try new ways of using their talent. Thanks for sharing what’s in your heart and new ways of saying it so we can cheer you on. Thank you also for your prayers, brother.
June
Tuesday, August 22, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
I love this, Floyd! It’s a beautiful tribute to your dad. Every time you write about him, he lives on. . .
Lisa notes
Wednesday, August 23, 2017 @ 9:53 am
I should have known you would also be a song writer! Looking forward to when you put it to music so we can hear it as well as read it.