A father gives advice 

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A father nourishes the body 

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and the soul 

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A father encourages

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A father reads

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A father lends a hand 

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A father plays 

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A father offers support 

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A father sticks close by your side

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A father makes memories

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A father teaches 

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A father laughs 

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A father is gallant

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A father proves age is just a number

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A father reaches out 

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A father hangs on tight

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A father helps you aim high

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A father shows pride 

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A father sets a good example to follow

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A father relaxes

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A father listens

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A father works

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A father helps out

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A father loves

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A father dances 

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A truly rich man is one whose children run into his arms when his hands are empty.

~Author Unknown


Happy Father's Day to all of you fathers.

 I'm traveling today, making a one day trip to spend Father's Day with my Daddy, so this was a repost from last year featuring my three favorite fathers – my sweet Daddy, my remarkable father-in-law and my wonderful husband Tom, father of my children.

 I'm blessed to still have all three in my life.

For those of you who can no longer wish your daddy "Happy Father's Day" in person, I'll give mine extra hugs and whisper a prayer for you and yours.

I'll also send you over to read Jennifer's beautiful words on love and fatherhood and imperfection at Ripplespeak… "there you are… i see you."

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20 responses to “A Father…”

  1. Gail Avatar

    It’s nice to know there are fathers out there that are a blessing to their families. 🙂 Hope you have a wonderful day with yours and safe travels.
    The photo of your husband holding your little girl by both feet with his one hand right by the fireplace made me cringe! LOL

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  2. Mrs4444 Avatar

    Beautiful. I loved this. My favorite photo is the three running in the surf–super cute.

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  3. Wolf Pascoe Avatar

    This was beautiful. I missed it the first time, so I’m glad you re-posted. I also loved the three runners, but Tom’s three-chair nap is pretty awesome.

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  4. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    That's actually his dad!! I never thought they favored each other, but I guess they do! Happy Father's Day, Wolf!

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  5. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    That's always been a favorite of mine, too. Thank you!

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  6. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    That's always been a favorite of mine, too. Thank you!

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  7. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    It made me cringe every time he did it too, which is why I only have one very dark and unfocused photo of it instead of a dozen plus a video! lol Sending a father's day hug to you, Gail! I know I'm blessed to have had the Daddy I have and no longer take it for granted.

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  8. lisleman Avatar

    Hope you had a great day with your dad. I don’t remember seeing the post before. Nice pictures and even better memories.
    My day was excellent – simple relaxing with family

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  9. Pauline Avatar

    This post will be listed among the sweetest moments of my week! Thanks for sharing. My own dad has been gone since 1976 and I still miss him. I have wonderful memories of him though and celebrate him every day 🙂

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  10. Julia Avatar

    Love, love the pictures. Brought tears to my eyes. Beautiful post.

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  11. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Thank you, Julia!
     

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  12. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Thank you, Julia!
     

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  13. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Thank you so much, Pauline! I'm glad we were both blessed with wonderful dads!
     

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  14. Ladyfi.wordpress.com Avatar

    A lovely tribute to dads everywhere.

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  15. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Thanks, Bill! And I'm glad you had a wonderful Father's Day, too!!

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  16. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Thank you, Fi! I'm grateful I've had great material to pull from!

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  17. Hilary Avatar

    Very lovely Barbara. You are truly blessed.

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  18. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Thanks, Hilary! I think so, too, and the older I get, the more I know so!

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  19. cynthia eloise Avatar

    priceless, great pictures. great memories.

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