It’s hard to think of

a gift for Dad,

– a gift that will

make him more than glad.

I’ve squeezed my brain

I’m near insane,

when out of the blue

it comes to me,

exactly what his gift should be

– I know precisely what he’s wishing:

Dad would love a day of fishing

I’ll let them press me to go along as well

Coyly, I’ll demur “oh no”

My reluctance is transparent though

And, finally, I will say “OK”

My smile has given me away

I’m going fishing with my Dad!

I’m going fishing Father’s Day

Ralph Blanchard

Durango