So heartwarming, Bob. Your column triggered many memories of Dad....He was always the one that took us to the library from an early age, to the UCD farm to see the animals, on adventures going to the city dump, or for a Foster's Freeze treat. And there is one special memory, when I was a freshman at Cal and invited to a formal dance, for which I had no dress. He drove all the way from Davis to Berkeley and took me to I Magnin in The City to pick one out, patiently watching me try on multiple dresses and offering his thoughts. We finally settled on a white dress with black polka dots, horrible with my auburn hair, but it was chosen with love.
Actually I didn't know that because being inside the family is a lot different than being outside it. It's nice to hear. I got a hint at his retirement party.
Memories are so special, I remember being a nurse in the ICU in this town I had recently moved into, and I had a precious patient that had such a remarkably friendly, caring family. They interacted with him and each other in such a special way, I knew he had a good life, and that they were all lucky to have each other. I knew then this little town was a great place to spend a life in.
Always love your stories of growing up in a big family Bob. Especially the ones regarding your Dad. My Dad was a special guy too, and it makes such a difference in our lives! Hope you had a great Dad’s day!
So heartwarming, Bob. Your column triggered many memories of Dad....He was always the one that took us to the library from an early age, to the UCD farm to see the animals, on adventures going to the city dump, or for a Foster's Freeze treat. And there is one special memory, when I was a freshman at Cal and invited to a formal dance, for which I had no dress. He drove all the way from Davis to Berkeley and took me to I Magnin in The City to pick one out, patiently watching me try on multiple dresses and offering his thoughts. We finally settled on a white dress with black polka dots, horrible with my auburn hair, but it was chosen with love.
Robin - That certainly sounds like your dad. He was beloved in your hometown, as you know.
Actually I didn't know that because being inside the family is a lot different than being outside it. It's nice to hear. I got a hint at his retirement party.
Memories are so special, I remember being a nurse in the ICU in this town I had recently moved into, and I had a precious patient that had such a remarkably friendly, caring family. They interacted with him and each other in such a special way, I knew he had a good life, and that they were all lucky to have each other. I knew then this little town was a great place to spend a life in.
You nailed it, Jane. I know you cared for a lot of folks in this town of ours.
You had wonderful parents Bob and remember Dorothy was behind that great father Jim Maureen & I loved your family
And our family most certainly loved your family as well, Barry. So many great memories.
Bob, you sure know how to write tear-jerkers! Thanks for such a beautiful love story!
Thanks Aileen. I'm lucky to have lived it.
Happy Father’s Day, Bob!
Much love from our family to yours on this special day.
Your pieces about you dad have always been among my favorites. Happy Father’s Day, Bob.
Thanks so much. How blessed are we all?
Love the family photos 💕💓
Love them, too, but can't say I took any of them. Nobody trusts me with a camera.
Inspiring!
Thanks so much, Andre.
Great column, as always, Bob. Thank you. And Happy Fathers' Day to you!
Thanks, Anne. There are so many great fathers out there on this special day.
What a terrific column! Love the pics! Happy Father's Day, Bob
Thank you so much, Samia. Much appreciated.
Great writing, Bob…wonderful memories beget generational wonderful memories. What a gift…
I know I'm not the only one with a great dad.
This piece resonated with me…and many, many, others…I’m certain!
Pulitzer! Smiling through teary eyes. Happy Father's Day, Bob!! (With gifts of exclamation!!!)
You're awesome, Rick. Thanks a million.
Always good stuff Bob, happy Father’s Day
Happy Father's Day to you, too, Hawk. Aren't we the luckiest guys on earth?
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Always love your stories of growing up in a big family Bob. Especially the ones regarding your Dad. My Dad was a special guy too, and it makes such a difference in our lives! Hope you had a great Dad’s day!
THIS is BEAUTIFUL, Bob.