The love of fathers

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Happy Father's Day to all of our dads, and better halves (if that isn't a word, it is now!)
My dad, ca. 1981, on what I can say was one of the happiest days of his life.  That's a bass he caught.
Here he is at the end of 1999, just a few short months before he passed away suddenly; Ben's second Christmas.
The other great father in my life: my husband, on his very first Father's Day in 1997.  
He's been the master of all trades, from diapering, to toy assembly; he's been a gear-packer and a golf buddy.  The bond between Dennis and Ben has been a joy to watch.
Ben's taking off on another camping week today, so we celebrated Dennis last night with dinner.
Enjoy Father's Day!

Comments

Dee in N.H. said…
Beautiful post....Holy cow, that's a big fish! Great pictures and great memories. TFS..
June 17, 2012 at 9:43 AM
Tami Hacker said…
With a bass that size it had to be a good day for your father.

You have share many photos of Ben & Dennis - they definitely show a lovingly bond between them.

What blessings we have with the fathers in our lives!

Wonderful memories!
June 17, 2012 at 10:34 AM
The Junque Seeker said…
Your dad was a cutie. No wonder he's happy - that's the biggest bass I've ever seen!

Happy Father's Day to Dennis!
June 17, 2012 at 12:43 PM
autena said…
Your son looks so much like his father! Happy day to you too!
June 17, 2012 at 1:00 PM
Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures said…
I really enjoyed all your beautiful pictures. Your dad looks so happy and proud with that enormous fish. I'm sure you miss him a lot. Hope you're all enjoying your day. Thanks for sharing:-)
June 17, 2012 at 1:19 PM
Linda said…
Enjoying your photos and stories.
June 17, 2012 at 5:59 PM
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