My dad was not the most handy man, for sure.....but he always liked it when I tried to help him. He and I could hitch up our trailer, hand-cranked dolly, electrical and all in a matter of minutes, then park, level and hook up the water, sewer and electric at the campsites. Gosh, I loved that....
He taught me to use a hammer, wrench and screwdriver....we even built two picnic tables which are still holding together!! I always got to help put up the Christmas lights, mow the lawn and trim the bushes. I wonder if he somehow knew I would be doing these "chores" by myself for the rest of my life.
I hope my dad knows how much I appreciate him whenever I'm able to cross another task off my list....even if it's just replacing a toilet seat, sealing a leak, or cleaning the gutters. In my mind I can hear him say, "I'm proud of ya, Tige."
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