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A Hug for Fathers 💙

June 13, 2025 at 7:36 pm Leave a comment

To the Fathers Who Read These Words

This Father’s Day season, I wanted to offer you something simple, but full of meaning:
A hug in a poem—for all you fathers who show up, quietly and courageously, every day.

A Hug for Fathers
By C. Lynn Williams

This is your moment, just take it in—
A breath, a pause, a whisper within.
You do so much, you give your all,
You show up strong, though you may fall.

You carry weight no one can see,
But still you lead your family.
With quiet hands and thoughtful eyes,
You teach your children how to rise.

Whether you’re changing diapers, making meals,
Coaching from sidelines, or making deals—
Whether your home is full or your heart still waits,
You are a father, and that’s something great.

So here’s a hug tucked in this rhyme,
A thank-you for your love and time.
For every “yes,” for every “try,”
For being there—you are the why.

Keep leading, loving, growing, too.
The world is better because of you.

From my heart to yours—Happy Father’s Day.
And to my own dad, whom I miss every day—thank you for showing me what love looks like. 💙

C. Lynn Williams
Coach | Speaker | Mom Advocate

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