This month, we celebrate Father's Day. There are many prominent images of fatherhood in the media. From the 1950's dad for whom parenting was more of a passive activity to the manly dad who fixes cars and takes his son fishing. Undoubtedly, those dads represent some of the population, but fatherhood is a rich tapestry woven with dads of every kind.
Memories of a Father
Loving Your Dad Through All of the Stages of His Life I asked a few friends to share stories about their dads in honor of Father's Day, and I was struck by the things we remember about our dads. Sounds, smells, and sights imprint on our minds. Memories of our fathers keep them alive in us even once they're already gone. "When asked about my dad, I always take a moment before answering. The moment of silence brings me back emotionally to a time that I can never recreate. The priceless memories of smiles and joy can never be duplicated but always remembered and relived through my photographic memories. My dad was what I view as an Iconic Hero. At least to me. There was never an obstacle too big to overcome, he always was there for our family, ready to go for a Friday night on the town, and by on the town, I mean football games and family dinners, then Saturday boat rides.
Priscilla's Story
In fact, he never missed anything. Whether it was my first day of school, rides to the local deli, award ceremonies, or sports games, he was always there, ready for anything. One could say I was lucky to have these times, but to me, it was my world. He was my best friend and my whole world for much of my life and still, to this day, remains with me. In a silent moment, I can smell his cologne as he walked by every day with the same signature smells and feel his presence through every lighthouse Image I see. I know that even though I was his "Daddy's Girl" and "apple of his eye," his legend will forever live within me." -Priscilla K.
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Aging Times Magazine | June 2022
