I had to stop in the middle of reading this to see who wrote it--because it was gorgeous. Well done, Ginevra. My dad used Mennen Skin Bracer, too, and shaving was one of the things he liked to do to feel like he could still take care of himself. What a lovely reminder for me and a truly lovely memory of yours.
It amazes me how such small things can illicit such beautiful and poignant memories through all our senses. Your story does all of this and more. A touching tribute to your dad.
So beautifully written I have little sense of smell left but I can recall the scent of my Dad's Bay Rum aftershave even though he has been gone 50 years this year. Odd how that just sticks wit you. Kind of jealous that you have that bottle to refresh those memories, not that you could even forget them. Thank you for sharing this.
Ah, Bay Rum, I think that, Mennens and Old Spice are the Trifecta of Dad scents. I wish I could mail you Bay Rum bottle! Hats off to your Dad, too. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute to your Dad. It brought back memories of my father and his favourite aftershave: Old Spice.
Another good one 💓
Thanks, Linda. Old Spice is another Dad scent, for sure! And that creamy bottle. Lovely.
I had to stop in the middle of reading this to see who wrote it--because it was gorgeous. Well done, Ginevra. My dad used Mennen Skin Bracer, too, and shaving was one of the things he liked to do to feel like he could still take care of himself. What a lovely reminder for me and a truly lovely memory of yours.
The dignity of self-care ❤️
Ah, Cindy, thank you for reading The Mennens! We are Mennens sisters!
Lovely piece, thank you.
Thank you for reading 💓
It amazes me how such small things can illicit such beautiful and poignant memories through all our senses. Your story does all of this and more. A touching tribute to your dad.
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Thank you for reading and appreciating my story, Jan.
Gawd what gorgeous writing. Thank you.
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Thank you! I’ve only been waiting a few decades to hear that sentence! :-)
Beautiful tribute. I am very moved by your loving act of shaving your father for the last time.
I feel the same 💓
Daughters courageous! He made me brave. Thank you.
Love your sweet story of your Mennon-scented Dad! Thank you for sharing these memories..
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Thank you Shari. How kind of you.
How absolutely heart warming.
Love your dad.
Me too 💓
Carmen, thank you for reading this story. And thanks for sharing with me your latest painting. Let’s keep our creativity going!
So beautifully written I have little sense of smell left but I can recall the scent of my Dad's Bay Rum aftershave even though he has been gone 50 years this year. Odd how that just sticks wit you. Kind of jealous that you have that bottle to refresh those memories, not that you could even forget them. Thank you for sharing this.
Amazing that that scent is still alive for you 💓
Ah, Bay Rum, I think that, Mennens and Old Spice are the Trifecta of Dad scents. I wish I could mail you Bay Rum bottle! Hats off to your Dad, too. Thank you.
Thanks for sharing this story about your Dad.
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Thank you, Ed, for reading it. I just love the stories on Thekeepthings.
You write beaufully, you vividly make your dad real to us, and the photos are wonderful!
Agree x 3 ❤️
Thank you! I didn’t mention this in the story, but he could sing like Bing Crosby, too.
Great tribute to your father.
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Thank you, Mary.
What a wonderful tribute…
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Tribute…yes, that’s what it is! Thank you.
Poignant and beautifully written.
Thank you for reading 💓
Sherri, you are so kind to say so. Thank you!
Beautiful memories & writing!
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Amy, how kind of you. Yes, the memories are strong and good! Thank you.
I love all the Keepthings. This is one of my favorites ever. Just beautiful.
Love to hear this ❤️
ooh, me too, on loving Thekeepthings stories. And thank you for the lovely comment. So kind.