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What They Said
by Beth Clark

They talked
for the first time in years-

A man and his daughter.
He wanted to know her
And be a family.

At least,
that's what he said.

He loved her,
wanted to give her
nothing but the best.

Would even give his right arm
for her-

(A bit much, I'd say.)
He wanted to let her grow

through experience.
At least,

that's what he said.

She tried her best
to understand
and talk to him,

All the time wondering
what he meant-
"Honor thy parents."

She told him she's tried.
At least,

that's what she said.

Finally,
A bitter silence hung in the air

As tears clouded her eyes
and they both realized

It was much too late
to start a family now-

Their lives were far too different.
The distance would always be there,
No matter what was said.

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