Sonnet: Father’s Day

Today is Father’s Day in India;
Not many know about this lovely day!
How many wifes did greet their husbands, say?
Neither did children of Himalaya!

A father labors hard for family;
Sometimes, he works extra-time to earn more;
Some mothers waste money in ways silly;
There isn’t a soul for him, to open door!

A father has problems in his work-place;
His span of life is shortened due to stress;
Despite his strife, he puts a ‘happy’ face;
Life does not treat him fairly or caress!

A father gives joy, making life less grim!
’Tis sad a life for members without him.

'Let the world then celebrate 'Father's day'
In a splendid and most joyous a way! '

poem by John Celes
Submitted by Poetry Lover
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