I didn't have a Gifted Gorgeousness post this month as my stitching has all been catch up - but I may have something next month ;)
Just a short post from me - reflecting on my Dad who passed away 4 years ago today. It seems like yesterday and feels like eternity. Barb stitched a lovely ornament for me which I display every year on our mantle along with the ceramic candle holder shed and a gardener figurine, which although actually my grandfathers reminds me of both men. The candle will stay lit all day.
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For Dad |
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Beautiful ornament from Barb |
Today and on Dad's birthday we usually go out and have scampi & chips with a glass of rose wine, his favourite meal when out. He also enjoyed going to the wine tastings with us, his favourite being at Birmingham museum where we were greeted with a glass of champagne - he thought the whole evening 'very posh'.
By coincidence we are gong to a wine tasting tonight at The Ballroom, City Halls, Leicester - although there will be no scampi & chips I'm sure Dad would approve as it will be a 'posh' event :)
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Ron Mellor 1926 - 2012 super Dad, Grandpop, Scouter and friend - loved and missed by us all |
The display on your mantle is a lovely way to remember your dad.
ReplyDeleteMy dad has been gone for 28 years this year, a long time, but it still feels so recent.
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Oh Clare, I am so touched. You are blessed my dear. Take it from one who did not have a dad such as yours. I am so very glad your father was a great one and enjoyed seeing the beautiful photographs.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post about your dad, enjoy your wine tasting event tonight and I agree your dad will approve :0)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely tribute to your Dad. The ornament from Barb is so thoughtful. Hope you have a lovely evening.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a lovely remembrance of your Dad. The photo collage is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely way to remember your Dad.
ReplyDeleteMy FIL was born on 5th November so we always send a special rocket up on Bonfire Night for him. I never met him as he passed away when hubby was a teenager.
Clare, it is hard to believe that it is four years since your dad died. This was a lovely post in memory of him.
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