My Daddy's Bible
I held my Daddy's Bible, so tender,
worn and old. It is a symbol of his love for the
Diety.
It is a touching piece of memory,
stored within my heart. So many times, in days
gone by, I've seen him study the Word from this
very Bible, held so tenderly.
So many times after a hard day's work,
I see him sitting in his favorite chair; just
wearing his strap undershirt, his worn overhauls
and barefoot; neath the lamplight.
I did not take in the full affect of
what a soothing tonic it was to a weary soul.
Within the pages of this BOOK, I find
some family history; the making of my heritage; a
flutter goes within my breast as I think of what
he tells. The dates of my parent's birth dates,
their passing dates, as well, the dates of their
Holy Matrimony, their parents history, too. With
tear dimmed eyes, I see the marks of when my
siblings were born. Over the years, I see them
leave our place on earth for a better home above.
With heartfelt thoughts, I place this
Book in a place of honor; not just for the data
that has been recorded but for the precious Word
of God.
Norma Liles ?©
