It's been almost two years now since I kissed you last and had to say goodbye.  Yet time hasn't dulled this pain, and when I think about you it still makes me cry.

   I still needed your guidance and advice Daddy, I still needed you.  I still need to hear you say "I love you my freckles, your strong and there's nothing you can't get through".

   You were always there to protect me, and were my shelter when life was drowned out by the rain.  You were the first one I'd run to in tears, and your love would sooth away my pain.

   I know your in a much better place now, and I rejoice for you with my whole heart. But the little girl inside me cries, I wasn't ready for us to be apart.

   I know our time isn't over, and I have faith I'll see you once more.  The only reason I still mourn is I know I must wait till my soul is with yours again to soar.

   Dedicated to the best Dad anyone could ever ask for:

Gary Lee Snyder