Sunday, June 15, 2008

Father's Day and Camera-Critters Sunday

Happy Father's Day
This is a picture of me on my Daddy's lap when I was all of two months old. Dad passed away almost twelve years ago. I miss him greatly.
To all the men in my life who are Dads, and that includes those of you who visit me here, I wish you much happiness on this day. Celebrate and enjoy your children! My favorite quote on fathers is this:
"Anyone can be a father; but it takes someone special to be a Daddy."
Mine was special.


Camera-Critters Sunday is hosted by Misty Dawn. Be sure to click on the link to see other participants who are posting their favorite critters today. You never know what you will find!
Today I thought I would show you some recent photos of my new neighbors who've moved into the neighborhood these past few weeks.

I just love these little guys! They stay pretty close to their Mamas.

I'm Norman; anybody seen Mitch?

Mom and the toddlers hurrying back to the pond!
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26 comments:

  1. George TownboyJune 15, 2008 at 12:26 AM

    Thank you!! What a beautiful baby with a handsome Daddy!! My father died in '96, and I miss him greatly, as well! This is a wonderful tribute to your Dad, I'm sure he would be touched by it!

    Nice critters, too!!

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  2. AnonymousJune 15, 2008 at 12:32 AM

    Honor your father and your mother so that all may go well with you and your days may be long.

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  3. IngridJune 15, 2008 at 12:39 AM

    Your "Daddy" picture made me laugh ! He holds you as if you were something very breakable, lol ! He apparently wasn't used to holding babies ! Today's daddies are different. Mine has never been a daddy so I don't even think of father's day !
    The critter babies are all adorable !

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  4. RobertJune 15, 2008 at 12:48 AM

    What a wonderful tribute to your father. The image is great and your writing is quite touching. I'm looking forward to my first Father's Day tomorrow. :)

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  5. ratmammyJune 15, 2008 at 12:53 AM

    I love the animals, but I really appreciatd your tribute to your dad. that was beautiful.

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  6. Lilli & NevadaJune 15, 2008 at 1:48 AM

    Ah you lucky girl for having such gorgeous neighbors

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  7. Corey~living and lovingJune 15, 2008 at 2:23 AM

    Great photos all around. enjoyed seeing the old photo of your dad. :)

    love the animals. :) and city slickers is a favorite movie of mine.
    happy CC!

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  8. i beatiJune 15, 2008 at 5:07 AM

    Spring everywhere- bella sandy

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  9. AnonymousJune 15, 2008 at 6:09 AM

    Thanks for the Happy Father's Day wishes. My pop died from cancer the same year Patty and I got married. He died in June and we got married in July. Now we have kids over 50. Think of that. And I am celebrated with a gift of Rheumatoid Arthritis that popped up three months ago: The ultimate gift to old people.

    I hear the birds: Carolina Wrens, Cardinals, Robins, Grackles; all signing. The sky is getting light in the East. Soon morning will be upon us and it will be another hot day in the midwest.

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  10. This Is My Blog - fishing guyJune 15, 2008 at 6:14 AM

    Carletta: I loved the picture of you and your father, the critter pictures are fun.

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  11. Kerri FarleyJune 15, 2008 at 6:49 AM

    Lovely shot of your and your dad!!
    Love your "critters" too!

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  12. judi/GmjJune 15, 2008 at 7:00 AM

    :D, thanks for faithfully stoping by. I love the colt with his mouth so full! Looks like one of my grandsons when he eats :)

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  13. Jane Hards PhotographyJune 15, 2008 at 7:06 AM

    Wonderful post and a nice tribute.

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  14. RoanJune 15, 2008 at 7:45 AM

    Love the babies. Wonderful tribute.

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  15. PappyJune 15, 2008 at 8:23 AM

    Nice tribute to your dad. Thanks for honoring him.

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  16. RoseJune 15, 2008 at 9:09 AM

    Thanks for sharing your family photo--I always love looking at them. And the other photos are nice as well.

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  17. AnonymousJune 15, 2008 at 9:27 AM

    I loved the picture of you and your Daddy. I especially loved the quote-I have a Daddy!

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  18. DebbieJune 15, 2008 at 9:41 AM

    Wonderful tribute Carletta! My Dad died when I was 4 1/2 and sadly I don't remember him. I should have posted a photo...grrrr.

    And the critters are awesome LOL. I especially like the "I'm Norman: comment...perfect!

    Are those horses near you? I'm so jealous!

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  19. MelliJune 15, 2008 at 10:04 AM

    That is a sweet tribute to your Daddy! We are not doing Father's Day today at my house. My hubby will be on his way home from PA later. But we will celebrate NEXT Sunday - in Ocean City - with CRABS!!! LOL!

    Have a blessed Sunday Dear!

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  20. julianaJune 15, 2008 at 12:15 PM

    well, father's day is another thing we don't know here but that photo with you and your dad is wonderful.
    love the critters, too :)

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  21. AnonymousJune 15, 2008 at 12:17 PM

    Lovely post, Carletta.

    My dad died way too soon-at age 59... almost 45 years ago. I still think of him often!


    Junie

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  22. TomJune 15, 2008 at 1:24 PM

    Hi Carletta
    What a great picture to have... and a really nice post today.. love all the critters here as well.

    Tom

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  23. RayneJune 15, 2008 at 1:53 PM

    What beautiful babies! I would love to have them as my neighbors.

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  24. Misty DawnSJune 15, 2008 at 6:58 PM

    Now those are definitely MY KIND of neighbors! ;-) Beautiful photos!

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  25. AppleDebbieJune 16, 2008 at 12:59 AM

    Great critter photos and a wonderful tribute to your dad.

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  26. RavenJune 16, 2008 at 1:19 AM

    What a lovely Father's Day tribute. Beautiful photo.

    And the critters are all wonderful.

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