It is 9 years today since I started posting on 365 - when we were living in Houston. So, I thought I'd post an old photo of dad's just to mark the date in a different way. It must have been taken by his father. They were living on the family farm in Midmar at this stage and here dad his his sister Carol are looking over towards the landmark of Bennachie. I wonder if dad could have imagined then how the mountains of Scotland would play such an important role in his life? I also wonder how this particular view would look today? A few more house, perhaps?!
At first I'm thinking somehow from the stance of your dad and his sister, it can be immediately seen it is not a modern photo - a certain innocence (and tranquility) about it. More houses now, I guess. And of course for my father 1939 was a date to herald the start of his PoW 'adventure'!
@quietpurplehaze Oh, yes, 1939 must have been a memorable year for many, for oh so many different reasons. :-( Dad and his sister were both too young to play an active role in WW2, but still, no-one alive during that period of time could or would ever forget.
What a lovely old photo! There are even clouds that were so hard to get from the negatives. I love the story from this photo. What will the world bring us? What will we leave posterity? There is so much innocence in these children.
What a special photo to mark 9 years (well done you for your 9 years!). Your dad was probably completely unaware that he was standing on the edge of the time when the world would be torn apart and change forever.
I’m thinking @sarah19 might recognise here! I love old photos & this one is very nostalgic. Your dad must love those mountains that he grew up with….he is a wise man! Nine years….well done, I wish I had followed you in the early days! Must look back one day!
Maybe you should try to find it! Wouldn't it be fun to try and replicate the shot- maybe you and hubby? The View- the next generation! Lovely memory and a nice way to celebrate your 9 year mark.
