A little poem to my dad

You may have thought I didn't see, Or that I hadn't heard, Life lessons that you taught to me, But I got every word.

Perhaps you thought I missed it all, And that we'd grow apart, But Dad, I picked up everything, It's written on my heart.

Without you, Dad, I wouldn't be The man I am today; You built a strong foundation No one can take away.

I've grown up with your values, And I'm very glad I did; So here's to you, dear father, From your forever grateful kid.