Timeless Moments

Poetry by Ching Hsuan Lu

Dad was always serious, it seemed to me So hard to confide in him, no matter the plea Every weekend, when I was young and free Dad took me to a new park, where we could be

But as I grew up, we spoke less and less Dad never praised me, I didn't confess But thankfully, before he had to leave We both shared our hearts, and we both did believe

I can't forget that one day in the hospital ward As I was leaving, Dad called me towards After a moment of silence, he said to me "You... keep going, you hear me?"

I nodded, turned around, and the tears flowed Later, I wrote a song for Dad, a love bestowed The city was our playground, back when we were young With blue skies, light feet, and a heart unsung

But as we grew older, we became like dust Our distance grew, with little time for trust I want to climb up on your shoulders and see What you see, a view to set me free

I forgot what stubbornness kept us apart

But I want to share with you, a heart-to-heart

I want to grow into your wings and brush away your pain

I forgot to tell you, I want your love again

From your gentle eyes, I found my wings Today, I believe, you're flying with the things That makes us feel alive, that makes us sing Together, we can face anything

I want to climb up on your shoulders and see What you see, a view to set me free

I forgot what stubbornness kept us apart

But I want to share with you, a heart-to-heart

I want to grow into your wings and brush away your pain

I forgot to tell you, I want your love again

I forgot to say, the most precious memory I keep Is you carrying me, telling me to keep Holding onto you, flying safe and sound Our memories, forever bound.