Sitting in your old arm chair
with a devil may care attitude.
Talking about the ingratitude of youth,
watching TV,
eating microwaveable meals.
Grumpa I still love you!
I remember the times when I was young
when we played football in the park
and you helped me when I was stung
by wasp
or fell over.
Life is hard
it makes you grumpy
and lonely,
please think of the things you’ve shown me
rather than talking about the things that make you despair,
I know behind the passive aggression you still care.
I know I sometimes take the mick
but really Grumpa I can see all your tricks
there is still to my surprise
magic behind those eyes.
Bedtime stories being read;
Grumpa don’t lose the thread
We all need a grandfather like you
for you have all the experience you will know what to do.
By Daniel Hooks
AKA Alienpoet
www.alienpoet.com
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Daniel Hooks
A poet, activist and story teller who currently battles with a severe mental health problem.
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Missed this one! I actually heard of this grumpa phrase a few days ago! Excellent tribute, warm, comedic and lively. Well done Daniel! I forget if I’ve asked you but do you share your pieces in the Facebook vocal groups? There are many. Helps get bit more exposure etc. Anyhow have a good day!