Lessons From My Dad

In the quiet dawn, we rise as two,

In our deer stands, and morning dew.

A hunting bo, and a racing dream,

There's a bond between us, as strong as it seems.

You taught me patience in the woods so green,

Whispers of nature, the joy in the unseen.

From early mornings, with boots laced tight,

We chased those white tail deer

There were days of laughter, especially when I got my first deer, I remember seeing your smile feeling like you were ten feet tall, so proud seeing your son get his first deer

Oh, love you, Dad, for the lessons you’ve sown,

In the wild and the races, in the seeds you’ve grown.

You tried your best, even when times were tough,

In this life we're racing, you've shown me enough.

Tinkering with engines, grease on our hands,

In the garage late nights, we made our plans.

From the roar of the motor, to the thrill of the chase,

Every moment shared, I could never replace.

We’ve had hard times, just like anyone,

But side by side, we’ve always won.

Through mountains of trouble, and valleys of doubt,

In your eyes, I see what this life’s all about.

Oh, love you, Dad, for the lessons you’ve sown,

In the wild and the races, in the seeds you’ve grown.

You tried your best, even when times were tough,

In this life we're racing, you've shown me enough.

So here's to the memories, both bitter and sweet,

To the hunts in October, to the old mud racing days in the heat.

With every mile we’ve traveled, with every tear shed,

You’ll always be the hero that lives in my heart

Oh, love you, Dad, for the lessons you’ve sown,

In the wild and the races, in the seeds you’ve grown.

You tried your best, even when times were tough,

In this life we're racing, you've shown me enough.

So thank you, dear Dad, for the man I’ve become,

With you by my side, I feel I can run.

The love that you gave is a gift, shining bright,

Forever I’ll cherish our time in the light.