Marriage is by far the worst thing
That ever happened to me
But fatherhood is by far the best
Don't play all your cards at once
Hold some close to your vest

Taught a little history
Read Old Man and the Sea
Coached a little basketball
Music and Memory

My youngest son was born at home
Santa Rosa days
A lefthander, a sweetheart
Video games he plays

It's true that life is meaningless
And precious for a little time
Bruschetta and a Caesar salad
Cranberry juice with lime

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