This post is a bit late for Father’s Day…but when A Momma’s View nominated me for The Quotes Day Challenge, I couldn’t help but think of my dad….(and thank you, A Momma’s View, for thinking of me!)
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My dad may be a man of few words but when he chooses them, he chooses them well.
Be it with a crossword puzzle or a heartfelt talk, my dad always has the right thing to say…
Whether he’s answering 64 Across “the name of a Sicilian volcano” or giving advice to family and friends, my dad’s got inspiring words for every moment…
One of my favorite quotes he says is: “That’s why they put erasers on pencils.”
Dad taught me to strive to be my very best…but his quote shows me that the mistakes along the way are all part of the journey.
Thanks, Dad…
PS: The answer to 64 Across is “Etna“. 
What a sweet tribute to your Dad, Lia. I really enjoyed it. ❤
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Thank you, Colleen! He’s a great guy: )
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I love your Dad’s quote! A wise man, indeed! Great post! 🙂
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Thank you so much for your comment and for reading!: )
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Un bellissimo post carissima Lia, deve essere un uomo saggio tuo padre! non si ha bisogno di mille parole, ma di parole giuste al momento giusto.
ti auguro una buona settimana un abbraccio da Pinuccia 🙂
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Grazie mille carissima Pinuccia! E’ vero che lui e’ molto saggio e poche parole ma quelle giuste! Anche a te mando un grosso abbraccio…a presto!
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Great words. 🙂 simple and very meaningful.
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Thank you my friend!
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🙂
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What a lovely thought… Bless him! He is so very right. Still, I remember an art teacher who forbade erasers. His theory was that the true artist never trashes his old work but uses it to create something even better I’m the long run… 😉
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In not I’m… Sadly, I can’t strike over a posted mistake. Pass the eraser, please!!
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No worries at all 🙂
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Thank you 🙂 He’s a wise man with lots of great quotes of inspiration…I can however see the point of view of the art teacher you mentioned…building on the original creation instead of erasing and starting over! Thanks again!
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Wonderful! And interesting as we weren’t allowed to use an eraser. I never understood why…
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Thank you! It was a fun challenge to write about: )
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How lovely. Your dad sounds wonderful. Happy belated Father’s Day to him!
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Thanks, Desleyjane! He’s a cool guy, full of many inspirational quotes! I’ll send him your well-wishes for the holiday!
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Your post exudes love and pride for your father. The quote is simply wise and pragmatic, and shows that his a man ahead of his time.
Apples don’t fall far from the trees. Right??
❤️
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Thank you so much..Indeed he’s everything you mentioned and I love him dearly!
Oh, thanks my friend! It’s an honor to fall from the same “tree” 🙂
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He must be a very proud father. Deservedly.
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This is a beautiful quote, Lia, and such a lovely homage to your dad. He sounds like a great guy. 🙂
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Thank you, dear Britta! Indeed he’s a very wise man with lots of love and life experience to share: )
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I love this quote! and the pic is so touching, do I recognize the Chanel nail coat there? 😉 I also love the quote you posted on IG, keeping your chin up! Bless your Dad my dear and wish him a belated Happy Father”s Day. He must be so proud to have you as a daughter!
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Thank you my dear! My dad is a wonderful person, full of nuggets of wisdom! We enjoyed the holiday together 🙂 And yes, oh you have a great eye for detail! It is my favorite nail color on my nails!
Have an amazing Wednesday my friend!
*Lia
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I remember it from IG, The pic of the ice cream 😉
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Wow, you’re good!
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Lia, aren’t fathers wonderful? Your dad sure sounds so! Amazing what wisdom comes from a few short words. My dad always says things and has a great sense of humor! A lovely tribute to your dad! I see the apple did not fall far from the tree since he is a cross-worder and you are a writer! Cheers to you and your dad!
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Thank you, Terri! My dad rocks…he’s smart, sensitive, funny and yet serious and strong when necessary. Your dad sounds very much alike and cool to hang out with!
Aww, that’s true! He loves words and so do I! Thanks for the comparison!
Sending you hugs,
*Lia
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Great words, thank you for sharing and inspiring.
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Cecilia, I really appreciate your visit and your very kind comment!! Thank you!
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Love this! And I love your Dad! 😄
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Oh thank you, Martie!! You make my heart smile….
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Great quote and nicely written post. I love the new face of your blog! 🙂
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Thanks so much, my friend! My dad is a super guy and I wanted to write a tribute to him for Father’s Day and this Quote’s Challenge came just at the right moment!
I’m glad you like my new Theme! I like it too!
Hope all is well with you and have a happy Thursday!
*Lia
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Happy Thursday to you too! 🙂
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What a nice tribute to your dad Lia! My favorite part has to be your father’s quote about why pencils have erasers. I think its wonderful that he taught you that mistakes are part of life. Wonderful 🙂
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Thanks, Antonia! He’s a very wise man and he’s full of inspirational (and even funny) quotes! The eraser one is one of my favorites…Thanks for reading and for your lovely comment!
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Such a wonderful nod to your father, Lia, and I love his quote about erasers. I am an avid crossword puzzler and cannot believe there are people in this world who do it in pen! 🙂
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Thank you, Jet, for reading and for your very lovely reply. Indeed he’s got many quotes up his sleeve! And he adores crossword puzzles…always has. I’m glad to hear that you too like to do them. And yes, what would a crossword puzzle be like in pen! Yipes!
Have a lovely weekend!
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Thank goodness for erasers! I’ve worked my way through many!
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Thanks for visiting my blog and for your comment:) Indeed I’ve used many a pencil too! Have a good rest of the weekend!
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You, too!
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Ti abbraccio ti auguro una buona settimana ❤
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What a lovely tribute to your Dad Lia. Did he read the post? Very wise words he shared. The best learning I have found often comes in the mistakes made.
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Thank you, Sue! I was with him on Father’s Day weekend and we were talking about all his wise expressions, sayings and quotes…Then, this Quote Challenge came my way and I immediately thought of him! He didn’t know I was writing it…But then I saw him doing a crossword puzzle and asked him if I could take a handholding pic with him. He figured it was probably for my blog? So when I posted it, he understood why I asked 🙂 He’s a great guy with lots of wisdom and advice!
Thanks again for reading and for your kindest words…
Hope things are going well for you back home in Canada 🙂
*Lia
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Lia thank you for sharing the background. I smiled whjile reading as it sounds like you have a lovely relationship with your Dad. We are settling back into Canada and this weekend I am hosting my daughter’s bridal shower! A different kind of adventure.:)
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How lovely that you’re hosting your daughter’s shower! What a fabulous event I know it’ll be! Enjoy! Yes, a different kind of adventure indeed 🙂
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Yes it is all getting very exciting now Lia. Our trip to NYC was a little getaway for the girls before the wedding. Thanks for the good wishes!
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