22 Feb 2006
Stepfathers
Stepfathers are a rare breed
They are called upon to do the tough deeds
Saying "no" to the children when Mom wants to stay clean
Leaving you as the bad guy and also called mean.
No one stops to think of the love you have for the child
It's been going unnoticed for a long while
It's time we speak up and let others know
The children are also ours and we love them so.
In tough times moms reply "This is my child"
We don't retaliate because that's not our style
Yes, Mom, you gave them life, it's true
But we stepfathers gave our lives to them and to you.
Just remember we are grieving too
Maybe as much as you, yes it's true
Your tears may seem to come more frequently\
But ours come mostly in secrecy.
This is because we are grieving for two
Our child and yes a life anew
We have lost our wives and the life we once knew
It's unbelievable but unfortunately very true.
Just remember we love like you do
Deep in our hears and souls through and through
There is no "step" in a father's love
We are the guys God sent from above.
-by Wayne Bell
Wayne Bell
