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Old 09-01-2024, 10:04 AM
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Today is my dad's 97th birthday.

Although a retired lawyer up in Canada, he still keeps an office going in a condo he rented down the hall from his own and his assistant of more than 59 years still comes in several days a week!!

Dad learned Photoshop and how to put together videos in I'd say his later 70's. To this day he continues to mix his photography with his photoshop skills to creats new pieces of work. He sells those in shows where the profits then go to non-profit places lie Make-a-Wish. Dad remains excited to sit down at his computer and work on his art.

Truly one key to successful aging is learning new things and staying engaged in the stuff that brings you joy.

Late 60's - I'm at the front of the pack

24 years ago - mom and dad holding Taylor, my daughter at 5 months old


Sold those last year at 96
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Old 09-01-2024, 10:58 AM
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Old 09-01-2024, 11:03 AM
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Happy birthday to your dad! I see where you get your creativity from. You'll have to post again in three years for his 100th.
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Old 09-01-2024, 11:45 AM
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Happy birthday to your dad! I see where you get your creativity from. You'll have to post again in three years for his 100th.
Laughing at your comment as I didn't even mention that my mom actually was an artist her whole life.
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Old 09-01-2024, 11:56 AM
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That's amazing Tracey! Happy birthday to your Dad!
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What a great guy! Happy Birthday!
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Old 09-01-2024, 05:02 PM
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That is amazing - happy birthday to your dad! His artwork is wonderful and what a nice way to use the profits.
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Happy birthday to him! What a blessing to have had a parent in your life that long!
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Happy birthday to your dad Tracey!!
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What a blessing to have your Dad! Cherish these days and celebrate each moment. Happy Birthday to your Daddy!
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Happy (belated) birthday to your dad!
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Wow ! Happy birthday to your Dad.
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Not surprised that you come from an artistic family. Your dad sounds very cool!
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Wow, he really keeps active. Love his art.
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Old 09-03-2024, 07:46 PM
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Happy birthday to your dad!! It's so wonderful that he is still active. My dad turned 96 last month, but he's had Alzheimer's for 4 years. Prior to that he was pretty active, too!
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happy birthday to your dad!! you look so much like your mom in that 2nd photo!
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