Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written poem about a daughter you raised up and now have to find her own path with the man of her choice and you have to let go to see her happy and brightens her future path.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2021

Yes, so true.

Thank you,

Doug

Comment from Joanne Gill-Maddick

Excellent

This is a Beautifully written poem. Touching words. She has been my light for so many years now she chooses her path. Such a sweet photo. Very well done.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2021

Smiling.
Thank you.

Comment from Susan Louise Gabriel

Excellent

What a beautiful speech this would be for a father to give to his daughter's new husband at their wedding! I like the line "the torch passes and walks without me" - so eloquent!
Thank you for sharing.
Susan

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2021

And thank you for reading it.

Comment from Pam (respa)

Excellent

-Nice photo and
presentation, Doug.
-It's hard to know what
to say because it is
a happy, but also emotional
time, as many are when
raising children.
-You wrote a lovely poem
for her as she will begin
a new path in life.
-Your love and pride
come through in the poem, too.
-Well done.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2021

It shows, eh?
Then that is good.
Thank you.

reply by Pam (respa) on 26-Jan-2021

You are very welcome, and I am glad you were pleased with the review. Is she your only child? I have an only son, also an adult.

reply by the author on 26-Jan-2021

Yes, my only child.

reply by Pam (respa) on 26-Jan-2021

I thought that was the case:)

Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock

Excellent

Aaah! Heartbreaking, I am sure. I don't think, as a mother, that I felt the
same emotions as you when my sons married. Somehow giving up a daughter is so much more wrenching. What a sweetheart!

Ralf

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2021

Thank you sincerely.

Comment from BethShelby

Excellent

She a cutie. This would be a good speech to use as you give your daughter to another man. On the other hand, she will always be your daughter and though she is not longer with you, you will live in her heart for as long as she breaths. We never forget our fathers.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2021

Awe...thank you.

Comment from Anne Johnston

Excellent

A cute picture, and a sweet poem, showing how much a father loves his little girl, watches her grow and then releases her into the care of another. Brings back memories of my husband and how much his daughter meant to him. The husband she chose has been very good to her.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2021

Wonderful.
I think the same
could be true here.

reply by Anne Johnston on 26-Jan-2021

You are welcome

Comment from Janice Canerdy

Excellent

Your creatively composed free verse poem is very sweet and moving, a heart-baring message for a cherished daughter from a loving father who wishes her a bright future.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2021

Thank you.

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

This is a great poem of how your daughter has been the light of your life and now is going onto do the same with her husband. The picture is adorable. Your words flow smoothly with great imagery. I like how you formatted your lines.
Thanks for sharing, Jan

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2021

Thank you, Jan.

Comment from nancyjam

Excellent

This is a beautiful and touching message for a new son-in-law, and speaks of the great love a father has for a daughter.
I'm sure your daughter will love it and your son-in-law will heed it.
Congratulations.
Nancy

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2021

Thank you, Nancy.