Walker Allen Belcher September 14, 1942 - March 23, 1996

My Best Friend     Every night I think of calling my Daddy
And then I realize he's not there
Ever present in my happiest memories
He will forever be his daughter's hero.

Every night I sit and ponder my life's blessings
Shadowed by sadness and a longing for the past
Desiring  self-sufficiency
Yearning for youthful innocence.

Every night I remember his characteristics
Feeling lucky to see them in myself
Always connected by a similar personality
Basing decisions on what Daddy would've done.

Every night Daddy's influence is my security
Pride and determination deflect my grief
Keeping me safe against my emotions
Helping me to sleep.

Every night when I think of him
I am reminded of my own mortality
Needing occasionally to return to an idyllic childhood
Knowing that life goes on.
Amy Belcher Gillespie September 11, 1996
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