My Dad - Doug von Koss

[Larry Robinson]

My Dad

He was always there
	in the garden pruning the tomatoes
		or watering the melons
	in the basement feeding the furnace 
		or building something useful
	in the kitchen frying chicken
		or hearing us read at the table
	in the yard mowing the Bermuda grass
		or playing catch with the kids
	on the back porch smoking a Lucky
		or watching the fireflies
	
I never had to look for him
	I’d listen for singing, laughing or snoring	

Last night in a dream he was here again
	You know what to do, sing your songs 	
	Laugh every chance you get
	Polish your shoes and your friendships
	Take my hand and watch your step

He looked pretty good. He’s been gone 40 years.
 	
	- Doug von Koss