My dad loves to give gifts. He bought me a gold ring when I turned eleven, and had my name engraved on it. Also a gold cross necklace after my mother passed away. (Unfortunately both stolen because South Africa).
On Sunday mornings he would play his music, and cook breakfast. His favorite was Rod Stewart. We always had his music playing in the house. At one point I think he must have had the worlds largest ‘record’ selection. He loves dogs, and has two, Chico and Coco.
My hand and four of my fingers are the exact same size as his. If I hold my hand against his the only one that is different is the middle finger, he has a longer middle finger.
He is always very happy to hear from me when we speak. And hearing his voice is comforting to me.
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So glad you still have your father and have such a loving relationship!
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Thanks Erika, unfortunately he lives in Johannesburg so we do not see each other very often 💝
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I guessed he is not that close by miles but for sure the closest by heart!
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awesome photo – the smiles made me smile
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Thank you very much! 🙂
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This is lovely. Stay close to your Dad, he sounds like a great father.
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Thank you for your comments. Unfortunately he is far away. He is in Johannesburg, and I am in Sydney. So we do not see each other very often.
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That certainly makes it more difficult.
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Such a happy picture 🙂 🙂
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Thank you very much! 🙂
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Aww, Vonita! This is a sweet selfie which I am smiling so big at! Hi to your father and hope you have a wonderful day! Hugs to you all!
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Thank you, Robin. Unfortunately he is far away, so we do not see each other very often.
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Oh, sorry I am not sure whether I read this too fast or what,?! I did read you lost your mother early in life, so very sincerely sorry to hear this, dear.
I like how your Dad bought you special things, like jewelry. This showed his love, as well as the things you did together. ❤
My Dad did purchase items for us, while out of town. I remember simple jewelry for me. He chose gifts for my brothers, too. I am sure he gave my Mom gifts of jewelry, but remember this more when they were retired, Vonita.
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That’s lovely to hear, did you keep the jewelry Robin? I wish I still had mine. But they were stolen in burglaries. I went back a few weeks ago, so this photo is fairly recent.
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Keep holding hands for as long as you can. I promise you, it’s something that will forever stay with you…
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Thank you Sandra, unfortunately we live far away so don’t see each other often.
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I do know that feeling. My Dad has now passed away. Thankfully I had the chance (by chance) to be with him one more time and hold hands… I’m very grateful for that.
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I’m sorry to hear that he has passes away, very glad to hear you had that chance 💝
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I love the beautiful relationship you share with him… His gifts, the music playing and the breakfast cooking… Your post is such a heart felt one that it makes me feel like I’m right there, listening to you over a cup of coffee 🙂 don’t ever let go of him or his memories V, they are or best gifts 🙂
And wish him a very beautiful Father’s Day on my behalf too 🙂
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Than you for your lovely and kind words, Aishwarya! You are very kind, and yes, it would be lovely to share cups of coffee 🙂
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Awwwe sweet
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Thank you, Lynz!
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