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Books
· Simon the Snowman

· Beside Still Waters

· Under Amber Skies

· Coastal Whispers


Short Stories
· Finding Ricky's Voice

· Worries Are Like Small Potatoes

· Five Generations of Women, Five Generations of Strength

· The Adventures of Gillyboat and Flea

· A Mug of Dreams

· The Man in Gray

· Parsley Rabbit Learned a Life Lesson

· All I Want for Christmas....

· The Grand Prize

· The Magic Bunny


Articles
· Love Letters for Valentine's Day

· Daddy’s Spirit Keeps Fallen Fathers in Children’s Hearts, Year-Round

· Broadcasting Relationship “Status” (on a shirt)? Is It Funny or Desperate?

· Resurrecting Love at Easter: Is It a Good Idea?

· The X’s & O’s of Love & Romance

· Relationship Obituaries: A New Way to Move Forward?

· Marriage Proposals by Women: Tips and Is Trend Really for Leap Year Only?

· The “After-Valentine” Valentine’s Day

· Valentine’s Day Gifts: Are Secrets and Surprises Taboo?

· Re-gifting (for the Right Reasons)


Poetry
· Fleeting Verse

· As I Was Leaving

· A Letter to Emily

· Empty Box

· Flying Free

· Life As I Now Know It

· For Susan Bachman – Missing from Pennsylvania

· Soft Light of Solitude

· Budding Relationships

· The Heartfelt Gift

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· Card contest win meaningful for daughter, Jill Eisnaugle, on Father's Day

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My Precious Daughter - A Father's Wedding Tribute

by Jill Eisnaugle — Read all 611 poems by Jill Eisnaugle

A poetic letter that a father could give or read to his daughter for her wedding day.

Friday, February 18, 2011

 

My Precious Daughter,
When you first looked into my eyes and clinched your ‘Daddy’s’ hand
My heart was overcome with love only I could understand
I promised then I’d keep you safe through each day of your life
Yet, all the while, I knew you’d grow to be a loving wife
Over the years, you’ve brought much joy to your Mother and me
Your beauty and kindheartedness have paved your destiny
My girl this day, your destiny brings your husband’s hand to hold
As you begin this journey of new memories to unfold
Again, this day, you’ll clinch my hand as we walk down the aisle
You’ll look into your Daddy’s eyes and, once again, I’ll smile
My heart will overflow with love and everlasting pleasure
Knowing my precious little girl has found her man to treasure
I’ll welcome him into our home and family life we share
I’ll always pray he treats you with utmost respect and care
I’ll let you go, you’ll take his hand, you’ll spread your wings and fly
But, sweetheart, know he’ll ne’er love you nearly as much as I.

© 2011 – Jill Eisnaugle. All rights reserved.



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Reviewed by Richard Thompson (Reader)
Reviewed on October 31, 2015
this is the perfect poem for my daughters wedding today .thanks so much for sharing .

Reviewed by Mary Cochrane
Reviewed on June 3, 2014
I can imagine how hard it is for any parent to let go of a child. But at some point must. A well written and touching write Jill.
Mary

Reviewed by George Dominguez
Reviewed on May 22, 2011
Very beautiful Jill and very well penned. I know from experience that no father wants to let go of his baby girl. For the happiness and joys of the memories they both shared are now to be shared with her husband. Like your daughter your poem is precious as well. George AKA THE WISE OLD OWL

Reviewed by Victor Jensen
Reviewed on April 4, 2011
Very heartfelt read, nice rhyming poem.

Reviewed by Barbara Terry
Reviewed on February 24, 2011
The hardest thing a parent does, it let go of her child to follow the dreams her child holds dear. This letter may be written in the hears of thousands, if not millions of fathers as they watch their "little girl" walk down the aisle, her arm in his one last time before the sweet kiss of her husband takes hold. This is very beautiful Jill and it is also a sweet, endearing tribute from fathers all over the world to their lovely daughters. Dang! Where are those tissues.

May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth, & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little sister, Barbie

Reviewed by Ronald Hull
Reviewed on February 20, 2011
The hardest thing a father does--letting go. You've captured the love and emotion.

Ron

Reviewed by Jms Bell
Reviewed on February 19, 2011
JILL...THIS IS ONE LOVELY, LOVELY WORK. IT TOUCHES THE HEART IN JUST THE RIGHT PLACES WHETHER ONE IS A FATHER OR NOT, BUT ESPECIALLY, IF THEY ARE ONE. WELL DONE AND ENJOYED. THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS & FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan
Reviewed on February 19, 2011
so sweet!

Reviewed by Mark Lichterman
Reviewed on February 18, 2011
Mazel tov!
Mark

Reviewed by Lew Duffey
Reviewed on February 18, 2011
Estremely well written and Oh, so beautiful.
God bless,
Lew

Reviewed by TONY NERONE
Reviewed on February 18, 2011
Extremely well written, Jill.
Namaste
Tony


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