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Lynne MacQuarrie's avatar

This is beautifully written and so relatable. Your poor father.

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Cathy Jacob's avatar

Thank you, Lynne. That is very kind of you to say. Thanks for reading.

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Robin Blackburn McBride's avatar

So funny! Reading this made having insomnia enjoyable. Thanks, Cathy.

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Cathy Jacob's avatar

So glad you enjoyed it. I’m a fellow sufferer. Always appreciate a light read at 2 am.❤️

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Holly Starley's avatar

What a gem of a piece, Cathy!

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Cathy Jacob's avatar

Thank you, so much, Holly. Glad you enjoyed it.

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Suzanne Edwards's avatar

I just love these blogs. I've fallen so far behind, don't know if I'll ever get through them. Would you be able to pick a few that would pertain most to me? Great job as always!

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Cathy Jacob's avatar

Dear Suzie: You can't fall behind at The Slow Sip! We're just taking things one sip at a time here. You might keep your eye out for my next post which will include an index of previous posts that might be useful. Coming out on June 30th.

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Robin Riback's avatar

This is a beautiful piece. Thank you for writing it, Cathy.

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Cathy Jacob's avatar

Thank you, Robin! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

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Lucy Van Amstel's avatar

Thank you for this, Cathy!

Your dad... my mother... I felt your pain!

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Matt Hicks's avatar

A classic. Thanks for reposting this. It was nice to take in the essence of Grampy again in such vivid detail. You captured his persona so well. What a tribute!

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Cathy Jacob's avatar

Thank you. Thought you would appreciate it.❤️

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Jones Lam's avatar

I wish I could have been there with Grampy.....going to a live taping of the Jerry Springer show was on my bucket list...

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Cathy Jacob's avatar

Lol! You could have given him a guided tour of all things Jerry Springer!

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Melanie Starr's avatar

Sweet and hilarious, Cathy, thanks for sharing this gem 💕

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