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My Dad

Baby Buttercup and Daddy, June 1951

We're taking a quick break from travel posts to once again share one of my favorite pictures of one of my all-time favorite people, my father. 

There aren't many pictures of my father and me -- there aren't all that many pictures of my childhood -- but that's not uncommon in the era before the world went digital. But out of what was probably a roll of film -- that cost an hour's wages to develop -- this one was a keeper and 73 years later, it's even more of a keeper. 

On this Father's Day and every day, remembering my father with love and gratitude. I'm one lucky buttercup. 

Best to all, whether you're celebrating or simply remembering. I know this can be a tough day with more tears than smiles, so for all with tears I'm sending love and hugs.

As ever, thanks for visiting and take good care.   

13 comments

Martha Jane Orlando said...

Such a sweet, sweet photo, Carol! I miss my dad, too, and loved him so much as I know you did yours. Blessings!

Sandi said...

It's a great photo.:)

Deb J. in Utah said...

Thanks for a lovely, heartfelt tribute to your dad. Those of us who were raised by good men are greatly blessed. I enjoyed your travel pictures on Facebook!

Jeanie said...

What an adorable baby Buttercup. That photo is a treasure.

Mevely317 said...

I so love this photograph! I was just lamenting (at) how few images of my childhood home and friends exist. You're so right about the cost for film and developing. Photography was a more deliberate thing; not nearly as impulsive as today.

Lynda said...

That is a fabulous picture! You can see the love and happiness you have for each other by your faces!!! Thanks for sharing.

Little Wandering Wren said...

What a special and lovely photo Buttercup!
Wishing you a lovely week.
Wren x

I'm mostly known as 'MA' said...

That picture is definitely a Keeper. Like you I don't have many pictures from my childhood either. I think we were all blessed by the dads we had. Afteralll we wouldn't be here without them.

Linda's Relaxing Lair said...

Beautiful and precious photo! A lovely tribute for Father's Day. Warm greetings from Montreal, Canada.

Carrie @ Cottage Cozy said...

I was only 22 when my dad passed away. Always wish for more time together.

Beatrice P. Boyd said...

It was interesting to read that you have few photos with your father as the same is true for myself, Carol. It’s why special ones like yours are such teasures.

Great-Granny Grandma said...

Precious photo of you and your dad.

Lowcarb team member said...

That is a lovely photograph.
Sending my good wishes.

All the best Jan