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Hi there, happy Wednesday!
My own father passed some time ago, but I’ve been blessed with a sweet husband that is a wonderful father to our two sons. In addition, both sons are happily married and each a father to a little girl. It’s been fun buying for girls! 🙂
Mr. B with the boys at various ages and various events.
Now we delight in observing our kids with their kids…
Kyle (firstborn) with our granddaughter Olivia.
Kevin (younger son) with granddaughter Fae…(below is Fae now 1 1/2 years old)
They shine at participating in these girl’s lives and at their ability to make them smile!
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY TO ALL! ENJOY THE DAY!
I HOPE TO BE BACK TO BLOGGING BY SUMMER’S END, I NEED TO RECHARGE THE CREATIVE BATTERY PACK. ♥ KAREN
Garden, Home & Party 
Dawn said:
Such beautiful family memories, Karen! I can see so much love in the faces of Mr. B, Kyle, and Kevin. Olivia and Fae are growing up so quickly! What fun times you must have each time you are all together! Celebrating our dear fathers and all of the wonderful men who make a difference in our lives! Wishing you happy summer days, Karen! Take time to do all of the things that make you happiest! ♡
Karen B. said:
Dawn, Thank you for your sweet words. Have a wonderful summer in the garden, my friend. Karen
On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 5:06 AM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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Reviving Charm said:
What a wonderful post and a great tribute the happy memories of the the fathers in your life. Your family looks lovely. It also looks like a joy to now be able to enjoy a couple of granddaughters after raising a couple of boys. Little girls can be so much fun.
I do hope you enjoy whatever you have planned for the Fathers Day weekend. And enjoy your temporary hiatus to recharge. I look forward to your new posts.
Karen B. said:
Vanessa, It’s such fun to find girl things. Mr. B. and I have had so much fun with the girls. Enjoy your weekend! Stay cool! (Can you believe they are expecting high nineties?! xo, Karen
On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 5:45 AM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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After Orange County said:
What a lovely tribute to the men in your life. I too have sons and now it is wonderful to have a granddaughter in the mix. She is such a blessing and an absolute joy to all, and she adds a new dimension to our lives.
Celia @ http://www.AfterOrangeCounty.com
Karen B. said:
Celia, It was a pleasure raising boys, to be sure, but it sure is fun seeing the other side of things. 🙂 Enjoy your weekend. xo, Karen
On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 7:04 AM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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Lyn Bunch said:
Loads of fun seeing these images from over 40 years, and such joy in seeing our boys become great fathers in every way!!!
Karen B. said:
😊
On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 7:34 AM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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Marilee Friedrich said:
Hello! Karen, these photos are wonderful! Heartwarming post! Happy Fathers Day to all 3 of your amazing guys! Big hugs to you! Xo Marilee
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Karen B. said:
Thank you, Marilee. Enjoy your day as well, hugs to all. xo, Karen
On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 8:18 AM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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Leslie @Pretty Petals said:
Karen, these pictures are wonderful and such a nice tribute to all the men/dads in your life:) Enjoy your weekend! xoL
Karen B. said:
Leslie, Thank you! Sometimes being outnumbered by men was a challenge, but now, with 2 girl granddaughter’s in the family along with their mommy’s, we are the majority! 🙂 Enjoy your upcoming weekend. xo, Karen
On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 8:39 AM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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Vicki said:
Aww, very sweet photos. Hope they have a Happy Father’s Day and you have a nice celebration with them and those adorable little girls.
Karen B. said:
Vicki, Thank you, we sure have fun! xo, Karen
On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 8:43 AM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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CINDY hattersley DESIGN said:
Love seeing your “kids” and husband. What a sweet family you have. Enjoy your time together this weekend!!
Karen B. said:
Thanks, Cindy. I do enjoy seeing these “boys” happy daddy’s!
xo,
Karen
Gretchen Gibson said:
What a fun trip down memory lane seeing Lyn and the boys growing up. It’s no wonder they are both such good dads – look who they had as a roll model!
It made me so happy to see your blog posting this morning. I’ve really missed it!
Karen B. said:
Gretchen, Thank you. You know that one picture of Kevin and Lyn was taken in Mammoth while we stayed at your condo! xo, Karen
On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 9:59 AM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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leslie harris said:
Karen thank you for sharing a glimpse into your beautiful family. As you know, I can relate so well, being a mom to two sons and having a husband who has been an incredible Dad to both. We’re lucky women aren’t we? Also–I just want to tell you that each time I read one of your comments I feel so darn grateful for your friendship in this blog world. I really mean that. Your words always resonate with me, thank you for always finding time to stop by and share your wise perspective. It means more than you know.
Karen B. said:
Leslie, I agree, we are very lucky indeed. In fact, when I first found your site I immediately felt we had that common link with great sons and nice hubbys. Right back at you, friend. I so enjoy your thought provoking conversations and feel such a kinship with you. Have a wonderful weekend, I hope your sons will be around and you can enjoy the heat they are predicting. Our first true glimpse of summer! xo, Karen
On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 10:02 AM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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Chronica Domus said:
How lovely that your sons have now become good fathers to their girls (and that you are now, finally, reaping the rewards of shopping for them).
I hope they enjoy their special day this weekend.
Karen B. said:
CD, Thank you. It really is fun. Enjoy your upcoming weekend. xo, Karen
On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 10:10 AM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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D'Arcy H said:
I love seeing your family photos, Karen! What a good-looking bunch (haha–did not mean that to be a pun). I hope you have a wonderful and relaxing summer … stay cool, my friend! Catch you in the fall.–D’Arcy
Karen B. said:
Thanks, D’Arcy. Love the pun…the name Bunch, as you might imagine, gets some of the Brady jokes sometimes. When I see note cards that say, “thanks a bunch” I always buy them! 🙂 I’m hoping my battery charge works, I miss the conversations with my blog friends when I don’t post! 🙂 xo, Karen
On Wed, Jun 15, 2016 at 4:53 PM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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Linda Coble said:
Karen,
What a sweet and touching Father’s Day blog. Seeing all the old and new photos of Lyn and the boys brought tears to my eyes! Thank you
Karen B. said:
Thanks, Linda. You’ve been my bff since before husbands and children! xo, Karen
On Fri, Jun 17, 2016 at 2:36 PM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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Mary Ann Pickett said:
Beautiful post. You are blessed!
Karen B. said:
It’s the icing on the cake of life, isn’t it!?
On Sun, Jun 19, 2016 at 1:50 PM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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med-hero said:
Karen, it was a great idea to create such a post for Father’s Day. You have a great family and I wish you all the good.
Karen B. said:
Thanks! And thanks for stopping by.
Karen
Jayne on Weed Street said:
What a great crew you have there! No grandchildren for me in the foreseeable future, so I enjoy everyone vicariously!
Karen B. said:
Thanks, Jayne. We do have fun with those granddaughters. Happy 4th of July. xo, Karen
On Wed, Jun 29, 2016 at 6:18 PM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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anitapelayorivera said:
What a blessing to see generations upon generations recycling LOVE. Karen, thank you for coming to visit me!
Karen B. said:
Thanks, Anita! Happy summer. xo, Karen
On Mon, Jul 11, 2016 at 5:09 AM, Garden, Home & Party wrote:
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