To Sirah-Illyana, wherever your soul ended up in this Great Universe. I will always long for you. Dad

My Father’s Daughter

By Gina Hagberg-Ballinger

I am my father’s daughter…

With this armor alone,

I am incredible.

Protected in the shadow of wisdom,

I grew strong of mind.

Guided through colors of experience,

I grew strong of heart.

Inquiring with forensic precision,

I grew curious and able.

Expounding into understanding,

I grew tolerant and open.

All my fears laid out on the table,

I grew confident of love.

Flaws and foibles brought to light,

I grew to laugh easily.

I am my father’s daughter…

With this armor alone,

I am incredible.