Sunday 20 June 2010

Day for Dads

dad on cupcake Pictures, Images and Photos


To all the wonderful dads : happy Father's Day!

My dad passed away when I was 6 years old but my memories of him will never fade. He was lovely- fallible yet sincere. Stern yet playful.

He had cheekbones and grey eyes and a full head of hair!

He loved dogs.

And when I was 5 he saved me from drowning.

How could I forget such a man?

Charlie says: I think we'd have gotten on!



Have a sweet Sunday everyone!

26 comments:

Kea said...

Special (((hugs))) to you, Jenn. I'm fortunate to still have my dad alive, but it's only been in the past several years that I've had a good relationship with him. I consider myself very, very lucky to do so, at this time of my life. :-)

Smooches to Charlie and happy Sunday to you both.

laughingwolf said...

great tribute to your dad, kit :)

and thx for the daddy day wishes...

Brian's Home Blog said...

That is a special Dad indeed and no doubt about it Charlie, you would have gotten on just fine!

Theresa Milstein said...

So sad your father died when you were so little. I remember your saving from being drowned story. It's wonderful you saved memories of him and that you have a little tribute for him here. Even though it was many years ago, we never forget those we cherished.

The Chair Speaks said...

On this day, we contemplate on dads' love. Memories of unconditional love lives on and is forever with us.

Katnip Lounge said...

Happy Fathers Day to the Memory of a Wonderful Man.
MomKat Trish

Anonymous said...

Such a nice post... :)

It is not 'father's day' in Australia today, but strange that I was missing my dad today out of all days.

I even made a post along this line today in my personal blog here: http://mauzziemuses.blogspot.com/2010/06/but-take-your-time-think-lot-why-think.html

Hugs.

Jacqueline said...

I'm sorry you lost your Dad at a young age, but glad you have such wonderful memories of him...Wow, he gave you life and saved your life=sounds like a man who loved you more than anything!...No doubt, he and Charlie would have loved each other too!...A lovely tribute to his memory, Jenn...xo...Calle, Halle, Sukki

joanne fox said...

Hope dads everywhere have a happy day.

(And those are beautiful cupcakes!)

Brigid O'Connor said...

So sad that you lost your dad so young and what a hero he was saving you.

Its a day to remember all our beloved dads, the ones we have lost as well as the ones still alive and well.

Ann said...

How sad that the little girl, you, lost the Dad who was her hero so very young.

Have a wonderful Sunday.

Jayne said...

Hi Jenn. He sounds a special dad to me, and this is a lovely tribute to him, he'd be proud I am sure. :)

Marg said...

What a nice tribute to your father. Love the graphic. He sounds like a great guy especially if he saved your life.
Hope you have a fantastic day.

Hannah and Lucy said...

That was a lovely post to your Dad - how sad to lose him when you were a little girl.
My Dad died 10 years ago and I miss our talks and his advice so much.

Noir the Texas Tabby said...

Kitty; Your Daddy is still so watching over you to keep you safe!! And I bethca Your Girl is curled on his lap---and that's makes me smile!

Noir

PS Charlie is makin me and Tommy both smile!

fairyhedgehog said...

What a special Dad.

Bossy Betty said...

Thanks for sharing a bit of your dad with us today! He sounds like he was a gem.

I have no doubt that he visits you and Charlie and hugs you both.

ANGEL ABBYGRACE said...

That was a lovely post for your Dad today Jenn. I am so glad you have such special memories of him.

Hi Charlie
purrs
Abby

Talli Roland said...

Lovely tribute to your dad! How nice that you have such great memories of him.

Have a wonderful day!

Angel Ginger Jasper said...

What a special post for a special dad.. Just lovely.. Carlie would indeed have loved him.. Hugs GJ xx

Sharon K. Mayhew said...

I'm glad that you have a few special memories of your Dad being a Dad. I hope you and Charlie have a special day.

Musings of a Mother said...

How tragic that he left this world when you were so young. Fathers Day must be a tough one although I'm sure you think about him every day, not just on Fathers Day. You have some amazing memories of him, I'm sure you cherish them. I think Charlie and him would have gotten on infamously. Take care x

notesfromnadir said...

O.K.,
Your dad sounds wonderful. I think it's better that you have such great memories of him. That way, your father will always be close to perfect.

Hi Charlie, you must love to hang out near the top of the stairs! :)

Felted House said...

I'm so sorry you didn't have more time with your dad, but he sounds very special. I lost mine to dementia when I was in my early twenties and still miss his gentle sense of humour - he loved cats too and always got told off by my mum for sneaking treats off his plate into their waiting paws!! xx

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

You lost your dad so young but your memories of him are so special. I lost my Dad when I was 19...I miss him every day...sigh.

Ann Best said...

Your father sounds so special. Glad you have some lovely memories of him though you were so young when he passed away. This is SUCH a sweet tribute. The details you've chosen say it all.