If Not for You

If not for you, I would not be

It was you, the Father gave to me

Only one in a bushel full of ten

If not for you, there would be no kin

The finest model of a real man

Fully obedient to the Master's plan

Joined in love to a heavenly bride

Blessed to go forth and multiply

One that cherished his place and role

Even when burdens took their toll

Never dwelling on the heavy weight

A true man of God; a man of faith

This anniversary day will come and go

The tears will fall; memories will flow

Beautiful thoughts of years now past

Wonderful moments will forever last

If not for you, there would be no tree

Continuing to give the Father delight

Only the eyes of God could foresee

The real life story that you would write

We love you Dad!!!