Fate works in mysterious ways sometimes, doesn’t it? I was doing some cleaning a few days ago when I came across a pile of papers we had saved when we cleaned out my father’s office shortly after he died. The photos above were taken in his office, and it was always such an adventure to visit him in his “shop,” as he called it, which was located in a deep, dark basement (well, it seemed like that when I was a child, anyway… ). And then I found this gem…
I couldn’t help but smile when I pictured my father reading the article, cutting it out of the newspaper and then backing it with a piece of cardboard! He was always doing things to make sure he raised us with a good dose of self-esteem; the fact that he saved this article is such a sweet gesture, don’t you think? Maybe finding these was his way of saying “hello” for Father’s Day? It’s a comforting thought… xoxo
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Laura says
Very sweet, and you and your father look so much alike!
Carried Away says
So nice, and yes life works im misterious ways… Very touching.
Melissa Blake says
Thanks, Laura — everyone says that we look alike, but I don't see it at all.
The Jones says
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Inner Outer Beauty says
What a great father! And probably ahead of his time then! Love Caroline
Sweet Posy Dreams says
I agree with Laura, I can really see you in those pictures of your father. How nice to find something unexpected.
Jessi Haish says
awwww how wonderful! thanks for sharing!
Carly Swift says
Your post made me teary! Such a sweet surprise for you on Fathers Day.
Last year my Grandpa passed away and we went out to Ontario to help clear out his home. My mom and I were working on the basement and buried in the back was the most magnificent chest. We pulled it out and it was full on all kinds of little treasures and mementos my Grandma had packed away over 70 years ago! My Mom and I huddled together over the box and pulled out magazines, clippings from newspapers, paintings from her art classes, lockets, jewels, and her stunning wedding dress. It was a very special moment for us and a lovely gift from my grandma who had passed years before. I kept thinking in my head "Thank you Grandma for sharing your special treasures with us".
Lena at A Crimson Kiss says
This is so sweet–definitely a little love from him to you.
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Anonymous says
Oh, I love this post. My father passed away very suddenly and unexpectedly, I still think about him every father's day. What an amazing treasure trove…that article is the best discovery.
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Naomi says
Thanks for your lovely comment Melissa, and for leading me back to your blog. I love it! 🙂
Charlotte says
He looks a little like you 🙂
This is a very sweet article, and says alot about him that he kept it. It's sweet that you were able to keep so much of your dads belongings, my Dad lived with his second wife when he passed away and my brother and I lost most of his things because of it x
Victoria says
Very wise words. Lovely to find unexpected treasures.
Melissa Blake says
Hi Jones — thank you so much for your kind words. So good to meet you!
Melissa Blake says
Carly — that's a wonderful story and how nice that you were able to share it with your mother!
Melissa Blake says
Hi annacbie — thanks! I'm off to check out your blog now.
Melissa Blake says
Thanks again for these kind comments, friends!