A Tribute to My Father, Michael Enoghayangbon Edegbe
In the quiet mornings, when the world was still,
Your voice would rise, “Its morning devotion”, filled with will,
You taught me the ways of God, profound and true,
With daily devotion, our wisdom grew.
You gave me the gift, not just of school’s decree,
But an educated mind, forever free,
You modeled fatherhood with love so pure,
A beacon of strength, steadfast and sure.
Through sacrifice, you showed love’s gentle face,
Through demonstration, you taught me the beauty of grace,
Humility was the path you walked with pride,
Greatness found in every step of your humble stride.
You wove the threads of brotherhood tight,
Uniting our family with love as our light,
With you, Daddy, I felt safe and cherished,
In your embrace, my worries perished.
You would move mountains to make my paths clear,
Filling valleys to bring me near,
The burden of my dreams you gladly bore,
Today I stand tall, grounded in your core.
Daddy, my friend, my motivator and my guide,
With calls twice a day, your love amplified,
Extending beyond family, to friends and kin,
Your love, a circle that knew no end.
By God’s grace and influence, I am who I am,
Michael Enoghayangbon Edegbe, my father
Your legacy lives on in me.
