G Day

Most Jewish people name their kids

For someone who’s deceased,

Or if they don’t, their first initial

Might be used, at least.

My father, George, was born today

In 1924,

Though when my son was born 

He wasn’t with us anymore. 

So Geoffrey, spelled the English way,

As tribute to my dad,

Is here with me today, a date

That’s always somewhat sad.

Of course, my father’s on my mind 

But life makes its demands 

And George would be delighted by

Both Geoffrey and the grands.