If I Had a Daughter - By Poe Haythar Sunn

Written By: Poe Haythar Sunn

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Discover the touching poem "If I Had a Daughter" by Poe Haythar Sunn, a poignant entry in the Poetry category for the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This evocative piece weaves a tender narrative of dreams and aspirations for a daughter, capturing the essence of love and guidance. With its heartfelt themes, the poem invites readers to reflect on the tender bonds between a parent and child.

About the Work

"If I Had a Daughter" exudes warmth and hope, painting vivid images of love and nurturing. The poem's gentle rhythm and evocative language create a comforting atmosphere. Through its tender verses, the work explores themes of guidance, kindness, and the importance of cherishing the present. The imagery of quilts, stars, and daisies enriches its narrative, leaving a lasting impression of love's enduring impact.

If I Had a Daughter

Original Submission by Poe Haythar Sunn

If I Had a Daughter

If I had a daughter, I’d warm her little hands and heart,

so she can hold her dear ones close to her

pillars that brave tornadoes of uncertainty and doubts;

encompass them in her own quilt patchwork of love.

I’d say, “My sweet, won’t you slow down?”

I promise the world is waiting for your time.

If I had a daughter, I’d serenade her to sleep

with incandescent tales of those who’d shown me kindness,

so she can hold her hand out to the ones staying afloat.

I’d hope the stars in her eyes scintillate,

bright enough to navigate the smoke and mirrors.

If I had a daughter, I’d teach her

there’s more to the world than her own snow globe:

seize whatever chance she gets to give back,

pennies and dimes can’t measure up

to the weight of her smile.

She’ll be surprised to know the trail of daisies she leaves,

an everlasting sillage.

If I had a daughter, I’d tell her to revel in the present,

let go of the weight of the world she can’t bear on her own.

One day she’ll find the one who will anchor her

with threads as soft as wool,

with threads as pure and untarnished as gold.

The one who will keep tending to her flame

in the rain and in the cold,

when she’s venturing out to sea,

the one she calls her home.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, hosted by Hashtag Kalakar, celebrates diverse voices in poetry and creative writing. This platform provides aspiring writers with the opportunity to showcase their talents and share their unique perspectives with a global audience. The competition encourages creativity and literary excellence across various genres.

Thank you, Poe Haythar Sunn, for sharing your beautiful poem "If I Had a Daughter" with us in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Your work resonates with warmth and wisdom, and we are grateful for the opportunity to feature your heartfelt vision of love and guidance. We look forward to seeing more of your inspiring work in the future.

About Hashtag Kalakar

Hashtag Kalakar is a creative platform dedicated to providing artists, writers, singers and other creative talents with opportunities to showcase their work and reach wider audiences through competitions, features and creative initiatives.