My daddy, age 23 and me, about a month old
I've been lucky to have a wonderful father, although living so far away, I don't get to see him often enough.
My daddy is a man of few words, but with a loving and generous heart and spirit. He's always stood by me, even when he didn't necessarily agree with my choices. And his quiet strength and support have meant the world to me.
He taught me to work hard, stand up for myself and treat other people honestly and fairly, with respect. He always put his family first and has been a good grandfather, "Pa Bobby," to my daughter.
When my husband was six years old, his father died suddenly. Although he grew up with few memories of his father, those that remained helped set him on the path to being a good father to his own three children. Later, he welcomed my daughter into his life. We are both grateful for his steadying presence; for his humour, love and support in her endeavours. She is happy to call him Pappy.
Today Jordana and I salute these two amazing men. Happy Father's Day!
Love this photo...beautiful post.
Posted by: Laura Young | 23 June 2006 at 21:10
Beautiful tribute to your Dad....I love it! The photo is great also...
Posted by: vicci | 20 June 2006 at 06:25
This made me cry - it's a very sweet tribute - love the photo.
Posted by: Kara | 18 June 2006 at 21:00
Hi Tara your dad looks so kind and caring on the photo, actually a lot like mine... Happy Fathers' day to the men in our life and the whole family!
Ann Marie
Posted by: Ann Marie Simard | 18 June 2006 at 20:25
Hi Tara your dad looks so kind and caring on the photo, actually a lot like mine... Happy Fathers' day to the men in our life and the whole family!
Ann Marie
Posted by: Ann Marie Simard | 18 June 2006 at 20:24
A beautiful tribute, Tara.
Posted by: Colette | 18 June 2006 at 17:01
I'm lucky to have had a good father as well. I appreciate that he loved us (my sis and I) enough to take on the raising of us when he was just 31 and my mom had left. He saved me actually.
Posted by: kristen | 18 June 2006 at 04:11
What a sweet tribute to the 2 men in your life. Have a great Fathers Day !
Posted by: diana | 18 June 2006 at 02:28
Beautiful photo! What a wonderful tribute to the men in your life!
Posted by: JavaCurls | 17 June 2006 at 23:10
I so enjoyed reading this wonderful tribute to your father- and to your husband. You and your daughter are so lucky to have such men in your life!
Posted by: Becca | 17 June 2006 at 22:38
Beautiful tribute Tara and a picture full of love and the knowledge of complete security.
Posted by: annieelf | 17 June 2006 at 20:12