You were born in the 40’s after WW2
A “Baby Boomer” yes, that’s what they call you
My dad you’re amazing a trooper I say
You served in the Marine Corp
Back in the day
Your education was extensive and strenuous as can be
Yet you pushed through to achieve
Your Master’s Of Divinity
You never shrink back to take on a challenge
Motivated, determined, and a man of deep knowledge
Your provision consistently steady and good
A secure roof over our heads and plenty of food
Daily family devotions you never lost sight
Pointing us to God and teaching what’s right
Married to mama over fifty years golden
Strong committment to love, honor and cherish you’ve proven
A fond memory I hold of you in years past
Your grand fireworks display
Giving the neighboorhood a loud blast
It was the best fourth of July hot summer night
How you treated all us kids to a spectacular delight
Smoking a cigar your lighter too
Then we all stood and watched
Breathtaking sparkles of red, pink, white, green, blue
Another favorite memory I cherish of you and me
Was riding around on your snazzy Harley
Then you rigged your bike up with loud banana pipes
It was fun riding with my dad, the cool biker type
You go to the gym
Staying fit, trim, and spiffy
I promise you look not a day over fifty!
It touches my heart to watch you care for your wife
Your devotional love is an example of Christ
A godly picture of what a Father really means
I’m honored to be your daughter and proud to share your genes
My dear “Papa” at this particular time
I write words that say “I love you”
In this little rhyme
You’re a father so loyal, so faithful and true
I’m penning this poem saying “HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU”
Written by Vivian Joy
July, 2019.
How special! What a happy dad he must be.
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I sure hope so!! He is so special to us all!!🤗😃
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How sweet! Thanks for letting us be a part of this! Happy Birthday to Mr. Vivian’s Dad!!
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Thanks so much!! I’m glad you could be a part Mandy!! God bless you!💕🤗
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What a beautiful show of love, and respect Vivian 🙂 Happy Birthday to your Dad! 🙂
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Awwww thanks dear Margaret! My dad is a faithful reader of my blog, so I’m excited for this poem to show up in his inbox! God bless you!!😚💕
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Oh my, sweet Vivian, you are going to make him tear up, in the best way possible, of course 🙂
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Yes, he probably will tear up as he reads it out loud to my mama. 💕🤗
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He’s going to love it! Blessings, Viv!
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Thanks Cindy!💕 I sure hope so!! Xoxo
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I am in awe at how well you captured your dad in this poem! It’s full of love and memories and deep respect! Happy Birthday to your Dad!
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Thanks dear Renee! He is mama’s caretaker now and is such a rock to her and us all!! God bless you and love you friend!!💕🤗😚😚😚
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You are welcome! ❤️🤗
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Awww Vivian this is so beautiful! ❤️ Happy Birthday to your Dad 🎉🎉
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Thanks precious Dawn! Life is a beautiful gift. Much love!💕💕🤗😚😚
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Wow! What a beautiful tribute to your dad, and to his marriage to your mom.
Your dad sounds like quite a guy, with varied interests – Marines, Doctor of Divinity, biker dude, husband, father, fireworks… Cool.
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Awwwww, thanks Kathy! I’m so excited you took all that in! Yes, he’s pretty awesome and I am so blessed he’s my dad! God bless you, Kathy and happy 4th of July (if you’re from the US)😁😃
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Yep, good ol’ SD (or SoDak, as well call it)! Happy 4th to you, too.
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That’s awesome Kathy! Viv from VA wishes you a grand day!
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Awww this is too sweet! What a blessing to cherish a father like that! 🙂 we celebrate with you sis!! A blessed happy bday to your dad! God bless you all! ❤
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I really appreciate it dear Tammy! I do cherish him and feel so blessed! Thank you sister and have a blessed day today as well! Hugs!! 💕🤗
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Haha! 🙂 bless God for that! Most welcome dearest! ❤ right back at you.
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Wonderful poem. You are blessed with a godly dad 🙂
Happy Birthday to your dad 🙂
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Thanks so much! God is so good. Awww, I’ll be sure to tell him so many here send him birthday blessings! God bless you!😄😃
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Aww.. this is a really sweet and beautiful poem! Thank you for making us a part of the celebration. Happy Birthday to your dad and God bless you all! 🤗❤️
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Thanks so much sweet Kranti! I’m so glad you could be a part of my dad’s birthday celebration. 🤗😃 God bless you too! 💕😍😄🎉🎉🎈
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What beautiful words, can feel the love you have for your dad. He sounds like a wonderful godly man. Happy birthday to Him.
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Thanks so much! 🎈🎉 Yes, I do love him tons. I appreciate your comment today and will tell him your birthday blessings too!🎉💕🤗
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Thank you my daughter for expressing your love, reminds me of heaven that special place above.
On Wed, Jul 3, 2019, 10:13 AM God’s Whispers of Truth Vivian posted: “You were born in the 40’s after WW2 A “Baby Boomer” yes, > that’s what they call you My dad you’re amazing a trooper I say You served > in the Marine Corp Back in the day Your education was extensive and > strenuous as can be Yet you pushed through to ac” >
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Awwww, you’re very welcome dear Papa!! I do love you! 💕💕💕🤗
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Happy Birthday Vivian’s Dad! May God bless you day and thank you sir for serving our country!
~ very well done Vivian……..I am sure your beautiful poem brought a tear to your very proud father!
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Thanks dear Wendi! I just heard from him……I think he loved it!! God bless you always my friend!! 💕🤗
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I am absolutely sure he loves it, how could he not, it was amazing!
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Awwww, yes! I appreciate that dear Wendi! Xoxoxo
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This is so cool Viv! You dad sounds totally awesome and your love for him shows 🙂 You are both blessed to have one another.
I hope is birthday is full of joy, laughter and family! 🎂🎉
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I’m so honored to receive your kind comment Stu! Yes, I don’t know what I’d do without him! 🎉😊 God bless you always and thank you!
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God bless you too sis! Happy 4th.
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I join with the above party attendees in saying a special Happy Birthday to a wonderful and God fearing man. May you continue to be clothed in strength sir, may you never cease to be a reflection of a true man of God. Thank you sweet Viv for inviting us to this grand occasion. 🤗💐
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Thank you my dear Deandra!! With wide arms we welcome you and are honored to have your love, support, and birthday joy!! God bless you and I’m thankful we could share in this special occasion to celebrate Papa. 😚🤗💕💕💕💕🎈🎉
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You are very welcome sweet Viv! I walk in those open arms and wrap my hands around your waist for a long, well deserved embrace. Don’t let go yet, I’m a long hugger….okay, I’m done. Love you and Papa 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Awwww, how sweet you are! I could use a super long hug right now and sure wish there was an actual way to get one without using emojis but I’ll take one any way I can.🤗 Big long hugs back sweet friend…..my sweet sweet friend!!😚
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Beautiful poem, Vivian. What wonderful memories. Such a loving tribute too. And that’s a lovely picture of your parents. Thanks so much for sharing. ❤
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Thanks Tina! Yes, those memories I sure cherish now that mama isn’t well and life so different now. Awwww, I like that picture too!! God bless you and happy Independence Day!🇺🇸🤗💕
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Oh is it Independence Day? I’m Canadian, so we just celebrated Canada Day on the first of July. Happy Independence Day, neighbor!
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Yes, oh cool! I have never been that far north but my daughter and I love reading Anne Of Green Gables who lives in Prince Edward Island in the story. Do you speak French?
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No, I don’t speak French. We learn basic french in school, but I don’t know nearly enough french to strike up a conversation. Anne of Green Gables is great! The movies were really good too.
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How sweet.. Glad when I went through your writings!!!
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Thank you! I’m glad you did too! God bless you!🤗
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What a wonderful tribute to your dad! What a special man.
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Thanks Melissa! I sure do love him!
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So sweet!! I’m sure this warms his heart!!
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Awwwww, yes, he was tickled with delight. Thanks sweetie!😙
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I definitely see the resemblance between you and your father. 😉
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We are a lot alike.😊 Thanks dear Emma!💗
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Such a sweet poem, Viv!
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Thanks so much TR! I love him tons!❤
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