My dad and me.
Dad came home from the war, married and had a child pretty quickly. Like most dads of those days, his job in the family was to earn a living and he was gone a lot in my early years, working and also building a house for us to live in with his own hands.
Later, "Papa" to my girls. Now he was the fun guy who always had time for games and treats and holding on laps. 
My grandpa and me. He kept chickens, gave me rides in the wheelbarrow, and broke up Hershey's chocolate bars to share. He always had doublemint gum in his pocket. I was his shadow and I adored him. 
One of our last Christmases together. An orphan, he was mistreated and had to work and support himself from a very young age. Still, he was the happiest guy, always laughing, telling a story, appreciating life.
So, Happy Father's Day wishes and thanks to dads everywhere! And happy memories-in-the-making to the children.
Oh Cynthia what a lovely post. You were so lucky to have these men in your life. You were a little cutie and I'm sure they're both proud of the lady you've become x
ReplyDeleteCynthia, you have had nice men in your life. Personally I have had only one grandpa he died when I was 8. In my country Father's Day is on 23 rd June.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this post so much. You were smiling just like your dad in that first picture, and that cute little sweater you were wearing. It is easy to tell how much your dad and your grandpa loved you.
ReplyDeleteLovely post Cynthia and fabulous to have such wonderful memories of your dad and Grandpa
ReplyDeletePapa was such a great man! I miss him lots!!!
ReplyDeleteThink of Dad and Grandpa every day and miss them! We are so lucky to have our wonderful memories of fun times together!
ReplyDeleteThat is a delightful post remembering your dad & grandfather. Take care.
ReplyDeleteOh I enjoyed all your old photos:)
ReplyDeleteNice pictures and memories, you had a happy childhood. I always like to watch those old photos.
ReplyDeleteHi Cynthia
ReplyDeleteThis is a gorgeous post, and lovely to see your photos and to hear about your memories of your 'Papa' and Grandpa. In Australia our Mother's and Father's days are at a different time of the year to in the UK, it get's very complicated. But I did remember to say Happy Father's day (UK) to my Dad over the weekend!
Wren x
To be honest can't say that from the man who was my father !
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