Dad played catch with me almost every day when he came home from work. I waited on the front step with our gloves, a ball, and a bat, ready the moment he pulled into the driveway. He didn’t change his clothes. He said hello to my mom and sisters, then followed me straight to the backyard.
One autumn afternoon, my older and younger sister joined us, and my mom came out too. The yard was wet and muddy, but we played anyway. I hit the ball over the back fence and offered to climb over and get it. Dad said he would do it, so he stepped over the fence in his suit. When he landed on the other side, his foot shot out from under him and he went straight down into the mud. We all froze, unsure if we should laugh.
He reached out, grabbed the ball, tried to stand, and slid again. He fell a second time, and by then he was laughing so hard he couldn’t get up. Every time he tried, he slid and fell again. He was covered in mud. My sisters, my mom, and I looked at each other and burst into laughter. Dad stayed on the ground, laughing with us, unable to stop.
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30 comments
Your had was a good person. You had a lovely childhood.
Thank you, Robbie. I agree with you and appreciate your words. 🌺🩷
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Oh, what a wonderful dad!
Thank you. He really is.
Your dad sounds like a cool guy! A heartwarming memory, Kymber. 🤗
He really is, Debbie. Thank you so much. Happy Sunday! 🌺
It’s the simple things in life, that count. Your story is warm and earthy. No pun intended. Rooted in a moment of family fun.
Thank you, Peter‑James. And yes, I caught the pun.😂 It really was one of those simple moments, and I’m glad it read that way for you.
Thanks for sharing this
It’s my pleasure! Thank you so much for reading.
What a beautiful story!
Thank you, Jeff! I hope you’re having a great weekend!
What an awesome memory! your dad sounds like a very cool guy.
Thank you. He really was a cool guy, and I appreciate you saying that.
Wonderful to remember days like this, with family laughter. 🙂
Thank you. It’s always nice when a day brings that kind of easy laughter, and I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
Sounds like fun memories Kymber, thanks for sharing this part of your past.
Thanks, Ernie. It was good to put that one down, and I’m glad you stopped in.
The times like that are what I think are the best times, those that give us wonderful laughs. Thank you, for sharing this.
Thank you, Mags. Those moments really do stay with us, especially the ones that still make us laugh. I’m glad this one landed for you.
Thank you, Kymber
Oh my goodness! A muddy mess! I bet it was a sight!
It sure was! LOL And so funny, too. Thank you, Carol Anne.
What a great dad on so many levels! 😎👍
Thank you so much, Darryl. He really is. 😊🌺
Hahaha 😂 I was imagining the scene as I was reading this. So funny! 😄
Have a wonderful weekend, Kymber! ☺️
LOLOL I’m glad you laughed. It was so funny when it happened. You have a wonderful weekend, too, my friend!😂🌺
LOLOL It’s so funny! Thank you so much, my friend! 😂🌸
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