Happy Father’s Day
Happy Father’s Day to you, to your father, grandfather, your sons who are fathers, and any fathers in your family!
I always give credit to my dad for my love of reading, my gift of a green thumb, and my natural enjoyment of exercise. He was 84 when he came to visit us in the US. My brother and his wife accompanied him because he needed to use the wheelchair sometimes. He got up at 6:00 a.m. every morning to stretch for half an hour before doing anything else. During our travel and sightseeing, he walked as much as he could. He wanted me to get the Chinese Newspaper for him every day. The closest Chinese market is twenty miles away. They keep the Chinese newspapers for three days, so I bought the ones that were one or two days old also. My dad said those were old papers. He wanted to keep up with the current news. If he had stayed longer, probably he would help me with gardening.
My dad passed away at 86, less than a year after he had a stroke.
Happy Father’s Day, Dad!
The Showers of Blessings 
Your dad sounds like a wonderful person, Miriam, which isn’t too surprising. Like Anita’s dad, mine passed away at the young age of 63 from cancer.
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That is so sad you lost your Dad Miriam. My Dad passed away at 69.. Our Dad’s were so inspiring and made us happy.
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Sorry to hear your dad passed away at such a young age, Anita. Was he ill? I’m sure he was inspiring to you and gave you many wonderful memories. We’re thankful to our great dads.
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My died with a sudden heart attack. Yes we always think of our family. Thanks Miriam
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Heart attack is a silent killer, as people say. My dad had a stroke and was half paralyzed. He was miserable after being active for 86 years. Thanks, Anita.
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How lovely, Miriam. A beautiful tribute to your father.
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Thank you, Robbie. My father was a loving and hard-working guy. I have wonderful memories of him.
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what a wonderful story about your Dad Miriam and love he left you with the gift of reading. There is never a good time to say goodbye, I’m sorry for your loss! 💖💖
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It’s true that there is never a good time to say goodbye, Cindy. I thought he would outlive my mom.
He was a great example for me! ❤ ❤
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awww that’s sad Miriam. We just never know but it sounds like you have enough of him in you to remember the love you shared. Sweet!💖
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I do, Cindy! I have good memories of Mom and Dad! 💖
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Wonderful💖💖
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Wonderful description of your father. Thanks for this meaningful post.
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Thank you, Rebecca. I have wonderful memories of my father.
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You are very fortunate! So glad you do.
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It’s a blessing, Rebecca!
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What a lovely tribute to your father, Miriam. I’m sure he still watches over you. 💖
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I’m sure he is, Norah! He is in my heart every moment of the day. ❤
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Beautiful tribute to your dad, Miriam. Sorry for your loss. Xo
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Thank you very much, Denise! I think of him all the time. ❤
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This is a very nice tribute to your father, Miriam. My dad got up at 6:00 am until the day he died. That’s about the time that I get up.
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My dad got up at 6:00 a.m. for as long as I could remember, Dan! Just thinking of what he did motivates me to keep up with my exercise. I’m glad to have the option of using the machine or swimming at the gym. He had knee replacements on both knees. I hope to be spared from that.
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So nice memories, Miriam! Interesting nature humans nature to have curtain habits that we follow each day. My dad got up at 5.00am until the day he died. That’s about the time I get up. Now I always get up early morning at 3.30am. I am go to the my prayer holl. I back to home at 6.00am. Very nice you share your father’s day.
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Early in the morning is a best time to pray, Rajkkhoja. Good habits are important to humans.
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Great memories, Miriam. Isn’t it interesting how it’s human nature to have certain habits that we follow each day? I may turn into your father as I do my stretches daily too.
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You’re right, Pete! My habit and daily routine are pretty much the same – reading/writing, gardening, and exercise. I think it’s pretty good for a retirement routine.
I’m sure you have a good exercise routine, Pete because you’re back going to the gym!
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I’m trying to stick with it, but I have some arthritis in my back that is problematic.
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I totally understand, Pete! I’m in physical therapy for my lower back. In fact, I have back problem for 20 years. It could be something else in the earlier years. I hope the PT would help. Swimming is easier for me.
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Your dad sounds wonderful. You were lucky to have him, as I was lucky to have mine. Happy Father’s Day to your husband and son-in-law.
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Your dad and my dad are blessings in our lives, Darlene! Thank you for your wishes! I haven’t heard from my daughter yet. I’m sure they’re having a fun day!
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I’m glad you were able to spend time with him before he passed away, Miriam. He sounds like a wonderful man ❤
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I’m glad he came to visit me, Jacquie! ❤ My mom had dementia. My<3 dad considered coming to stay with me when mom passed away. I was sad he passed away first.
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A beautiful tribute to your father, Miriam… Thanks for sharing and for happy wishes for all of our fathers present, past and those to come! ❤ xo
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I love what you said, Bette! May all the fathers are blessed as we’re blessed with fathers in our lives. ❤
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Hugs! ❤ xo
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Hugs to you! ❤ ❤
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Such a beautiful tribute to your dad, Miriam. I’m sure he’s smiling down on you with love. ❤️
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Thank you so much, Mae! He’s smiling down on me, and your dad is doing the same on you with love! ❤
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Such nice memories, Miriam, and it sounds like he lived a long and healthy life! Happy Father’s Day to you.
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My father lived a long and healthy life, Valerie! Thank you for your visit and comment. You have an interesting blog!
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This is a beautiful tribute to your father, Miriam. ❤️
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Thank you very much for your reading and comment, Lauren! ❤
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Your dad lived a long, healthy life, Miriam–beautiful memories! My dad is still with us and will be 86 next month. We will see him on the latter part of our road trip to celebrate his birthday. Your dad left you a brilliant legacy as did mine. We are blessed indeed. Today, my hubby is spending his FD packing! Happy Father’s Day to the men in your family.
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It’s wonderful to hear you’ll celebrate your dad’s 86 birthday, Teri. Happy packing!
My dad could have lived longer. He was stressed out from taking care of my mom who had dimensia. She was in the hospital refused to eat hospital food. My dad took homemade food to her every day. He had a stroke after doing that for a long time.
My mom didn’t know he passed away. She lived for another four years.
Have a wonderful day!
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Aww, your dad sounds lovely, Miriam. My mom passed in 2020…my father has outlived his brother and sister and of course his parents. We are blessed to still be able to see him.
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Where is your dad, Terri? Is there anyone living close to him? Enjoy your trip and have a great birthday party next month!
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Dad lives near Auburn, CA. He remarried some years ago and my step mom takes good care of him. Thank you, Miriam!
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It’s wonderful that you don’t have to worry about him, Terri!
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What beautiful memories of your dad, Miriam. I’m so glad you got the wonderful gifts of reading, exercising, and gardening from him. He sounds like he was an inspiration. And clearly you loved each other. Enjoy your Sunday, my friend. ❤
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Thank you, Diana! I think of my dad and thank him whenever I do those things, that means every day! 💞
Have a great Sunday, my friend. 🌺
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What a wonderful memory for your father, Miriam. I know he enjoyed it.
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I know he did! I see him smiling, Jacquie!
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Thank you for sharing this lovely tribute to your father, Miriam.
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You’re welcome, Liz! I love your poems about your dad!
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I’m so glad, Miriam!
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🙂 ❤
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Thank you for sharing your beautiful tribute, Miriam. xo
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You’re welcome. Thank you for reading, Jill! ❤
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lovely tribute, Miriam
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Thank you. I appreciate that, Beth.
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That’s a beautiful tribute, Miriam. x
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Thank you for your reading and comment, Toni. ❤
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Today is a sad day for me, as my dad died before I was born and I never met him… Do you suppose they have Father’s Day in Heaven?
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Sorry to hear that, Anita! It’s a blessing for me to have my dad for a long time. I left Hong Kong 40+ years ago and only visited my family every few years before he passed away. I want to believe they have Father’s Day in Heaven, perhaps every day is a Father’s Day in Heaven.
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That is a lovely idea…
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