Hi, I’m Kelly Wilkinson.
Crafter, journalist,
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Friday
Jun192009

happy dad's day

To celebrate, here’s a story of mine that ran on NPR today about the first time I saw my Dad play ice hockey. He happened to be 71 at the time. A Washington Post photographer took this picture.

I love it. And I loved being there. Happy Father's Day.

Reader Comments (9)

WOW - I heard that just this morning on the podcast - I listen to podcasts on Saturday morning while I clean the house. I loved this story (go Dad!), and I love your blog and would never have guessed the two were connected. Small world...

June 20, 2009 | Unregistered Commentersteph

Loved your story Kelly. Your dad sounds dear. What a fun day. So great he continues to do what he enjoys.

June 22, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterShari Lidji

your story is fantastic...as is hearing the voices of some very dear friends.

June 22, 2009 | Unregistered Commenteramy

Thanks for sharing this wonderful story!

June 22, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterSandy

gosh. this was so lovely.

June 22, 2009 | Unregistered Commenterjill

kel, this made me cry. what a sweet story and experience. i called all the children and my husband in the room to listen to your timeless voice and i got chills when i heard your dad and mom. miss you all:)

June 23, 2009 | Unregistered Commenterheidigoseek

What a great story! Very inspiring! My husband especially enjoyed it as he is a huge hockey fan.
Thanks for sharing.

June 24, 2009 | Unregistered Commentermo

What a great story. And to be on NPR - what an honor. Your dad must be a really neat guy.

June 28, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterJen

One question - did you mom have a shirt that said Hockey Wife? tee hee. miss u

July 17, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterBali Jen M

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