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My 50 years old toy excavator in the hands of the next generation. I was commisioned to do a paint job. New owners were in a rush during the yard overhaul season, so it was quick and dirty. Parts off, paint, parts back.
No need to break the bank this Father’s Day. From braais to movie nights and homemade cards, we’ve rounded up simple and meaningful ways to celebrate the dads who mean the most. 🇿🇦❤️
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Woo hooo privacy/shade fence completed. I even added a little overhang on top to hang something cool (to be added at a later date).
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When our summer’s day is cancelled and melts away
Summer has arrived and the atmosphere has changed. People are excited to be outside socialising and it seems like every family is making the most of the warmth.
A heatwave was predicted to arrive for the weekend and I wanted to make the most out of the popular family area at Steel Space in City Square. The water fountains there are adored by kids.
I asked your mum where she would drop you off and pick you up. This way, I could organise and maximise our time by asking your grandma and Clive to meet us at City Square before handing you back to your mum at 4pm.
Last summer I had more time with you, but your mum has cut it back to 4pm. For many families their fun is barely starting while by 3:15 I’m having to get back towards the handover point.
Another disappointment
On Saturday your mum sent me a message to inform me you had had a rough night.
I’d spent the last couple of days making plans with family and working out the itinerary so I could keep you cool but also make the most of our time.
I went to various supermarkets to ensure I had lots of options for your lunch and afternoon snacks too. Watermelons were in high demand but I didn’t stop until I had one, so I could hydrate you with refreshing slices.
Stupid optimism
Yesterday, I went to a Elly’s BBQ who lives nearby. While I socialised, I had you on my mind and tried to be positive that you’d be better for our Sunday together.
Jenny baked a tasty cake so I asked her what she included, to make sure it was suitable for you, and brought some home for you to try.
The fridge was full of watermelon, I had all the ingredients ready for lunch and plenty of snacks. It was hard to sleep, I was eager to see you.
The dreaded message
I don’t know why I let myself get upset when I finally saw the message cancelling. I can’t even go up and visit you to look after you when you’re unwell.
The feeling of not seeing you arrests me. It took me hours to get myself together after trying to figure out how to fix this situation.
I know things will change somehow so I’m doing everything to make sure you will always have a happy welcoming home with me.
https://open.spotify.com/track/7vkCAgrDDv3AgRCXYJUUoD?si=a2c1cb2320aa45dd
I picked this song because it’s monotonous and repetitive. Just how this situation feels.
We’ll have our sunny days together
I’m fast losing the moments of having you run around naked in the sun, filled with joy and a huge smile – the one I love so much.
I’m thinking about our future, the next decade. We’ll have lots of lovely moments together. One day we’ll fall asleep in the park together. One day we’ll go camping together. I can’t wait. They will be some of my happiest moments in my life.
I’m sick and upset about losing so many precious moments, I hate it and just want to skip forward to when we can spend the day together and chat all day, without anything to worry us.
Please always know it wasn’t me not wanting to look after you when you were unwell. Your mum is doing everything she can to stop us having a relationship. I’m sorry everything is a mess.
I promise when you’re able to make the decision yourself, you’ll always have a home with me.
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I have no time for #SummerGameFest
The infant wriggled around enough they could barf on my shirt without that pesky burp cloth in the way and then proceeded to headbutt me in the eye. Just in case anyone wanted to know how my morning is going. #parenting #dadlife
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Creeper pro dceru; Alcatraz pro pixelové příšery, co vypadá jako strašidelný maják pro ztracené duše.
Večer: Konečně hotovo
Ráno: dcera ukazuje Pinterest s dalšími 47 stavbami
Asi přidám vodopád slz otce, co si myslel, že si půjde jen na chvilku zahrát.
Well, my #UltimateFrisbee spring is over; younger two kids finished up their high school seasons. Youngest (daughter) finished 6th in the state, and middle (son) finished 9th, winning all three games today to take the "consolation bracket". That's a wrap for his HS career, since he graduates on Wednesday.
Now it's on to summer! Which will seem like kind of a break since only my daughter is playing. She's on the U17 state team, and that season will finish in Denver in August. #DadLife
Now that I got an auger, my wife is tasking me with all kinds of projects. Today we mounted two posts to creates a privacy/shade wall for our side door. Once the concrete sets, I will put up the cross slats.
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Spot the ant!
Watching your kids and "nothing new" to take photo of?
Lay down on your stomach and hunt.
(Really stretching the limits of this gas station surveillance camera that they slammed in this phone. After "they" consumed about two bottles of Jack, I presume.)
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The amount of screaming it took to get the kids out of the house to go to the park for them to have fun was ridiculous.
The power of a simple “I love you daddy” from both of them to negate it all was magical.
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Cherished time together after family court
After the court day, I’ve been in shock and struggling to make sense of what the rest of the year is going to be like. I can’t get excited about having you overnight and more of the same is what has been imposed on me.
Temporarily forgetting about problems
It’s hard to think about our time together without the disappointment, but your smell and beautiful face partly lets me forget about the problems while we’re together.
Today I picked you up from the station as usual, I had suncream to ensure I would protect your beautiful skin. I was keen to get back to our neighbourhood so we could make the most of the safe streets and play areas.
Your leggings were a little wet because you did a big wee which leaked slightly, so I took them off and it was the loveliest sight to see your legs out, I rarely see your skin apart from when I’m changing your nappy. I miss giving you a bath.
Sun’s out, legs out!Funny little things you do
We chilled at home and played. Olivia bought you crayons which she also wrapped up. You’re such a lucky girl, getting presents all the time.
At home, I’m extremely happy to say that you know the rooms and the spaces and go about on your own. This is exactly what’s right. It’s your home, your space to enjoy and feel comfortable in.
For whatever reason you wanted to rearrange the pots kept on some shelves in the balcony. I love seeing you do your own thing.
Big girl lunch
You’re eating well and I think you’re more interested in proper food nowadays, so Olivia made us a tofu stir fry. A meal we have together regularly and I was pleased to share with you.
You didn’t like being in the high chair like usual, so you climbed out and sat with me, then went over to Olivia. Adorably, you fed her and your appetite seemed to grow with each bite. We’re lucky to have Olivia in our lives, she cares about you a lot and helped me cope during this horrendous year.
Home time, it’s hard.
Your mum asked me to drop you off at City Square station a few minutes earlier so she could get the train back. So at 3:25 it was already time to head back.
Even after a 40 minute nap you were tired from the day. It’s not right that you can’t stay overnight and be peaceful at home. I’ll keep trying to make it work, but I’m also desperate for the day when we can do more than just stay near home. I hate rushing back mid-afternoon, feeling hollow for the rest of the day without you.
Next time
7 more days till I see you again, all going well. I’m planning a picnic for us and to practice some rolypolies.
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Listen through the podcast
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