21 October 2022 - Father's Day (inaugural for Belarus) - Ali's Dad bbq

It's amazing how poetry works.

Getting to revisit fatherhood has been a stand alone stanza, since 18 August 2022.

Being in Belarus for the inaugural Father's Day celebration today, gave birth to a second stanza.


Could this be a step in the direction of the recognition of kids need for both parents as active participants in their lives?


I recently mentioned an interview that was taken with me a couple of days back. It was linked to today's milestone. A milestone for fathers in Belarus, and for the kids who wish to celebrate their dearest dads.


The article flowing from the interview, was published today. Here is the link:


https://sputnik.by/20221021/vyuchil-russkiy-radi-dochki-avstraliets-10-let-dobivaetsya-obscheniya-s-rebenkom-1068234450.html


As to actual celebrating today, I have a friend who's father flew in 3 days ago. We made his fly in the focus: especially in light of his status as the eldest amongst us.



Ali's father is a barbecue black belt.

 


The old school style reaped it rewards.


A table full of joy.


Mum finally got to sit down; but it wasn't long before you called her back.


Guess who was calling out to her?


Dessert.

Enjoyed.


To continue enjoying, it has to be re-earned: daily.

💓

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