Beside the lamp's soft light,

Their small heads lean so near.

We open stories bright,

Dispelling worldly fear.

Not tales of kings or gold,

But souls who fought the fight.

Of courage brave and bold,

Reflecting heaven's light.

They walked through trial's fire,

With humble strength and truth.

A father's deep desire,

To guard my own sweet youth.

I read of prayer and grace,

Of martyrs strong and pure.

And seek to find my place,

Their #Inspiration to endure.

May their bright witness shine,

On paths my children tread.

A heritage divine,

The light the Saints have shed.

#OrthodoxDad