I remember well the very first Father's day that i was actually able to celebrate way back in 1986 for my dad. It was an occasion that my old man was both mystified yet excited to partake in as he never knew that people celebrated such occasions. (By that time, he was already well into his late 50's and a grandfather several times over to boot). Fortunately for me, during that time, i was doing part time work as a waiter at the (then called) Ramada Renaissance hotel and the price of the Buffet was an affordable RM 15.00 per head inclusive of Group Photo and the requisite printing of the attendees photo under the society column of the local papers. Back then, the only other 5 star Hotel in Melaka was the Beaufort Resort in Ayer Keroh so whatever events these places did were considered worthy news! I watched as he was entertained by the staffs and the games that he was invited to join in on their stage by the poolside on the 7th Floor. I believe it brought back many pleasant memories for him of his earlier days during the British Occupation and their dances that he participated in his youth.He was a very proud & happy man for days, after that event.
Fast Forward 24 years later in the same old town, and my first born has taken over the mantle of the dutiful son and made me happy on the Father' Day of 2010 by celebrating with me the day. I was also presented with a SONY Digi Cam that was just what i needed to fill up this blog with pictures . How thoughtful.. It is wonderful for me and my wife to see our son enjoying himself as a young adult and receiving his attention on such occasions.
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