Becky's Birthday Poem for Dad's 60th Birthday

A Birthday Poem for Our Dad

By Becky Beck

Happy 60th Birthday Dad! Hope you Have a Greaaat Day!

Has anyone told you they love you today?

Of all of the poems you've written to date...

None have been about you so it's time that that changed

In your 60 years you've accomplished a lot...7 kids, 24 Grands - 3 on the way

You've blessed all of our lives in more ways than we can say.

You're a wonderful husband, father, and grandpa - you've taught us a lot

Like, "Food always tastes better when you share," and "Do everything with a happy heart."

You taught us kids how to work, and that a job worth doing is worth doing right.

Take time or make time...we've all heard that once or twice.

With your help all of our homes have been greatly improved...

To Texas, Washington, Salt Lake, and Sandy, and Taylorsville you've moved.

Lighting, plumbing, removing wallpaper and mold

Black,  Red and Mustard paint - you just do what you're told!

You taught Braylee to mud at the young age of 4

And Jackson about electricity and how not to spend more.

Whenever we need you, you're there without delay

If something breaks, "Papa Tom can fix it," the grandkids all say.

When it comes to playing games, Papa Tom is the best!

Whether it's Bingo, Uno or Checkers he'll put your skills to the test

You spoil your grandkids with time and attention

Going to ball games, dance performances, music recitals - too many to mention

We all get a good chuckle when calling your home...

"Good morning, Tom speaking, how may I help you," is how you answer your phone.

Always working 2 jobs so mom could stay home

To take care of us kids, we were never alone.

Your generous spirit has touched the lives of so many.

You live a life of service to the community, the church and especially your family.

A Father's Blessing, we each have sometimes needed

Your priesthood has blessed us for many different reasons.

Since singing with your mother, "How Firm a Foundation" when your dad passed away.

You're love for music has grown as you've sang in many choirs, and the piano you've played.

"The Serious Grandpa," "Papa Tom," and "Tommy Dee" are all names you've been given

But to us you are Dad - You're a blessing from heaven!

Have SWEEEEET Dreams and We Love You Dad!

Rebecca, Trishy, Natalie, Ricky, Robby, Kimmy and Meg