It is four years today since my Dad died.
My Dad was mostly a quiet man, an introvert like me. I remember when I finished high school and got my HSC results (Higher School Certificate - exams held at the end of final year, which are used to determine university placements), my Dad showed his pride this way:
He asked me if I wanted the money or the box. I wasn't sure what to say, but Mum suggested I take the box option, so I followed her advice. Dad took me down to the local jewellers and asked them to bring out all their ruby earrings for me to choose from (not a huge range, being a small country town - but still the most expensive jewellery I'd had at that point!). And so I did, and I wear these today and remember my Dad.
I miss my Dad.
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Oh hugs and super hugs, RR
I still mistt both dad and mum - but what a wonderful story!
Gosh it's that time again.
In a way I always enjoy your dad anniversary posts. They're so gentle and touching.
And the earrings are very, very pretty.
Hugs for you - lovely words and what a lovely present to show you how proud he was
Lovely post, Jane.
awww that is so beautiful - what a great dad you had - thank you for sharing that with us
*hugs*. Beautiful post, and thanks for sharing.
I need to go hug my dad now.
What a lovely thing for him to do, and what a beautiful way to remember him. Thinking of you and your rubies xx
What a lovely story. My father-in-law died last Wednesday. We miss him.
What a lovely story by which to remember him.
I know what Helen means, these posts are always gentle and very touching.
Hugs to you Jane.
What a lovely story. What great memories of your Dad.
I am so glad I came on to read your blog today. What a lovely story.
Awww. What a great story to remember him by. We never do stop missing people, do we? Sounds like he was a great guy.
What a wonderful man. I can see why you miss him.
He sounds like a lovely man - just like my dad. How lucky and blessed we are to have had such wondeful dads.
What a lovely way to remember your dad. And what a sweet way to show he loved you. Yesterday was my dad's birthday, he's been dead for 23 years now, it seems such a short time ago....
xoxo
What a sweet remembrance. Big hugs for you.
Aw. (((((hugs)))))
What a sweet guy! Your mom absolutely gave you the right advice.
I'm thinking of you.
You must have been very special to each other. What a lovely tribute and a quiet reminder to each of us to appreciate those we love. Hugs x
what a lovely way to remember and honor your dad. sending care.
Oh, pooh! I'm crying. I miss my dad too; he's only been gone three weeks so you've really started the water works!
What a beautiful way to remember him - thanks for sharing.
I must call my dad more often - I always end up talking with Mum more. Those earrings are so lovely, and a nice memory too. I'm sorry you lost your dad, and way too soon. Thinking of you.
Beuatiful post and lovely memories for you. I miss my Dad too, he died twelve years ago in a few weeks. I don't think we stop missing our parents.
What a wonderful memory to have and cherish. Thinking of you heaps and sending heartfelt hugs.
What a beautiful story, and what a thoughtful man. I hope you have a gentle day.
Thank you for sharing your memories.
Oh sweetie, big hug from me. Your Dad sounded wonderful and the earings are beautiful.
oh {{hugs}}, RoseRed. I'm sorry I'm so late to send them this year.
a lovely moment together for you to remember, every time you wear you beautiful earrings
What a sad sweet message ...lovely
ooxx
Its a lovely story, and I'm sure that your Dad would be happy that you are still wearing the earrings.
Hi Jane, it's been a while since I dropped in here and at other blogs.. This post brought a tear to my eye. My dad passed away a few days before last Christmas. I miss him a lot too.
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