A stepdad plays an important role in the life of a stepchild. Stepdads make a tremendous sacrifice to love and nature children that are not biologically theirs. If you have a stepdad in your life, show him how much he means to you. You can also share this stepfather poetry with him.
THE MEASURE OF A MAN
Not – How did he die? But – How did he live?
Not – What did he gain? But – What did he give?
These are the things that measure the worth
Of a man as a man, regardless of birth.
Not – What was his station? But – had he a heart?
And – How did he play his God-given part?
Was he ever ready with a word of good cheer?
To bring back a smile, to banish a tear?
Not – What was his church? Not – What was his creed?
But – Had he befriended those really in need?
Not – What did the sketch in the newspaper say?
But – How many were sorry when he passed away?
These are the things that measure the worth
Of a man as a man, regardless of birth.
~ Anonymous
DNA isn’t the only requirement to be a dad. In fact, and rather, unfortunately, many biological fathers are not cut out to be “dads.” The biggest factor to being a dad is love, and how better to show love by choosing to raise and support a child you don’t have to?
Unfortunately, stepparents get such a bad reputation when choosing one of the most loving and noble paths in reality. Being a stepparent is no easy task and is definitely not for the weak of heart.
If you are a stepfather, I hope you know just how cherished you are. Even if your stepchild struggles to articulate their appreciation for all of your love and support, know that they do feel it.
To read another stepfather poetry, click here.
