Dad’s 88th Birthday

Today, July 14th, is my Dad’s 88th birthday.  We certainly don’t take that for granted and know that we are blessed to still have him and my mom with us.  We want to keep them forever, but know that will not be the case, so we try to savor every moment we have with them.  I’ve been talking to several of my friends recently who have lost their parents or are caring for one who is left after losing a spouse.  I know that one day my sister, niece and I will be in the position of looking out after our parents even more.  They are still very self sufficient in so many ways and we are grateful for that.  God has blessed us with healthy parents.

I wrote a lengthy post about my dad on his 85th birthday, so if you missed that go back and read it.

So today I want to honor this man we called Daddy and Grandaddy on his birthday.  He’s done so much for all of us and we love him dearly.  Our family is very close and we do for each other.

I pulled out a few pics from my archives that I’ve shared before, but today it’s all about dad.  Here he doing his favorite thing in the world…..planting his garden.

That sweet great grand baby, Parker, has captured his heart.

Our photoshoot in the Atlanta Journal and Constitution earlier this year.  Dad was such a big part of my house renovation and I couldn’t have done it without him.

Dad in his garden in the NC mountains.  It’s even bigger than his Georgia garden.

Picking greens in his Georgia garden. 

Mom and Dad on the swing at their NC house. They have so enjoyed this place too over the years.

Lauren, his only grandchild, still loves to sit on his lap like she did when she was very little.  It hasn’t changed a bit.

Sitting in one of his favorite spots, the backyard swing.  He takes lots of naps on this swing.

Dad holding baby Parker for the very first time.

A look back at my house renovation 3 years ago, wearing his tool belt.

Those hands, that have captured so many of your hearts too.

And his tomatoes which are his pride and joy every year, a bountiful crop from the garden.

I know how much you all love to see him and so today, I wish him the best birthday ever!  Happy 88th Daddy!  We love you!

Haven starts on Thursday and this year, my entire family is coming down to check it out in person, including mom and dad.  Lauren will be here with Parker and she and my sister will bring our parents down for lunch on Friday. I can’t wait to show them all off and let them see what Haven is about!

I’m writing again with Ebay this summer, putting together style guides on many topics, so I’d love for you to take a look at these.  Hint, hint….they love it when you click over!  🙂  Just click the photo! 

 

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