The poem is an emotional tribute to the poet's late father. It uses the metaphor of painting to express deep feelings of love and loss. The poet describes using bright colors like yellow and orange to represent hope and joy, but also acknowledges the presence of sadness, depicted through darker shades. The sea is imagined as a place of both beauty and sorrow, symbolizing the poet's complex emotions. The father's absence is felt deeply, yet his memory and guidance continue to influence the poet. Despite the pain of loss, the poem ends with a sense of hope and enduring love, as the poet feels their father's presence and support in their life.








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