Shameless Daddy's Girl

g. mckinley says . . .
I am soooo psyched about this project. My daddy ALWAAAYS said "You can do it. Nobody can stop you." So I'm giving it a whirl. Let me know what your daddy told you. Just send your daddyism to me at glenda@gmcadvertising.com. Please, please don't forget to let me know how to reach you.

Brain beats Brawn

Roland S. Martin says . . .

My daddy always said, "Forget about sports and get your education."

Serena Williams says,

My daddy always said, "In order to get ahead you've gotta know your past"

Left: Richard Williams pictured with daughter, Venus.

Hold Back the Tears

Pat Viser, Shreveport, LA says . . .

My daddy always said, "crying is for sissies," ( which I’ve grown to disagree with.)

Book Worm

Judy O. Williams says:

My Daddy always said “Read everything, all kinds of books, not just what you like but books about things you don’t know. Educate yourself.” He was so right.

My Daddy Always Said Change is Coming to America

It Ain't All Good

David says . . .

My grandfather always said, "Every dollar ain't a good dollar." With his sixth grade education he went from living on a plantation, to owning a plantation house.

g. note: Ain't that the truth. Woohoo for Pops!! (Pls Send a photo to glenda@gmcadvertising.com, would love to post it.)

Father's Day Ham

Here's the latest photo of my dad and me hammin' it up Father's Day weekend. Lately he's been under the weather. About five years ago he was diagnosed with COPD (emphysema) but up until just recently he had no symptoms. Words like "oxygen therapy", "Advair", "nebulizer", etc have recently been added to my vocabulary. But, he's a fighter so I expect that he'll be back on the golf course sooner than later. g.

D. Marsalis, NOLA says . . .

My daddy always said, "You can lead a horse to water but you can't make it thirsty."

g. note: Delfeayo Marsalis is the third youngest of the renowned and prodigious jazz family from New Orleans. 

Daddy's Worse Nightmare

G. Sibley Gordon says . . .

My Daddy always said, "Nobody better show me a Hustler magazine and say "Isn't this your daughter?'"

Obama Mama

Anonymous says . . .

My daddy always said "Know who to root for."
Click on the title of this post to hear Senator Obama's speech on race in his own words.

The Wrath

R. Stodghill, Charlotte, NC says,

"Thou shall never deny thy elder the final piece of fried chicken, or thou shall face a fortnight of wrath and a plague of canceled playdates."

One Letter Away

Travis Johnson say . . .

My mother always said, "Anger is one letter away from Danger."

(G. Note- I told the brother this blog was a tribute to fathers, but . . .oh well, it's my blog so I get to bend the rules. Anyway, I thought this was good enough to post no matter who said it. )

He Chuckled Then Said . . .

Al Sharpton, Harlem, USA says . . .

My daddy always said, "Be successful."

G. note - I met Brother Al passing through the airport on his way to speak at the "State of the Black Union" in New Orleans. Click on the title of this post to visit the National Action Network website.

You Asked for It

Josh Mayer says. . .
My daddy always said, "When you're up to your ass in alligators, remember your goal was to drain the swamp."

Speaking of Asses

G. Dunn, ATL say . . .

My daddy always said, "CYA -Cover Yo' Ass."

No Freebies

T.D., Norfolk, VA says . . .

My daddy always said, "Don't give away free what you're trying to sell." Could somebody please tell me what he meant!!

Blabbermouth

Ciao says . . .

My daddy always says . . . "Loose lips sink ships." Keep your mouth shut.

How Far Can U Go?

Anonymous says . . .

My daddy always said, "Your attitude determines your latitude."

Sweet Talkin' Daughter

P.A. Taylor says . . .

My daddy always said, "Patricia Ann, you can talk the sweetening out of sweet bread." I could sweet talk him out of anything!

How cold is it?

g. note - When it reaches 40 degrees or lower (like it has been the last few days) my daddy calls with the morning forecast and says . . .

"Whew, It's cold outside . . . colder than a whore's heart."

Honor your commitments

Emmy Lu, ATL by way of Los Angeles, by way of Ghana says . . .

My daddy always said, "Always come through." If you say you're going to do something, do it!

The King of Peace

g. note - It is only fitting that we pause and reflect on the father of the Civil Rights Movement whose words changed a nation. Click on the title of this post to view a collection of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s thought provoking speeches. All of these speeches are full length textual versions and each one is truly amazing. I hope you enjoy them.

D is for Denial and Down Low

Anonymous says . . .

My daddy (who was the most homophobic person in the world) always said, "I got two boys (sons) and they both like girls." . . . or so he thought.

Do I Look Like Something's Wrong?!

M. Salaam says . . .
Whenever I asked him what's the matter, My Daddy Always Said, "Do you see a crowd around me?!"

Stupid Is As Stupid Says

S. "18 Wheeler" Hester says . . .
My grandfather, who we affectionately called "Big Daddy," always said,

"If you don't open your mouth, no one will know you're stupid."

He was also fond of saying to people who proclaimed they loved him but there was no evidence of it:

" I can't hear what you're saying for seeing what you're doing."

g. says . . .
My grandaddy always says "It's a poor rat that's got but one hole."

g. note - I had a great visit with my grandparents today. They just bought at new home (yes, at 97 and 94 years of age) in Marksville, LA. Here's a pic of my son with his great-grandfather.

Shoot or be Shot

Anonymous says . . .

My daddy always said, "Don't pull out a gun unless you plan to use it."


g. note - Good advice.

100% Off

k. Nabonne says . . .

My dad, Warren "Chico" Nabonne, always said "If you don't go to the sale, you'll save 100%."

Be Around Your People

Cheryl B. L.A. says . . .
My daddy always said, "All y'all are going to HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities)." And we all did.

g. note - HBCUs are a source of accomplishment and great pride for the African American community as well as the entire nation. Click on the title of this post for a complete listing of HBCUs

Two No-No's

Joey M., Los Angeles says . . .
Two things my daddy always said, "Never let a friend drive your car or take your girlfriend home."

You Can't Take It With You

Reuben says . . .
My daddy always said, "I've never seen a U-Haul following a hearse."



(g. note - Hmm, well maybe you can try.)

Anonymous says . . .

My daddy always says, "I did the best I could with what I had and what I knew."

Keep Your Sanity

A.V. says . . .

My daddy always said, "It's a fine line between sanity and insanity. Make sure you don't cross the line because it's hard to get back over."

Puppy love

Bella D. says . . .
My daddy always said, "If you play with a puppy he'll lick you in the mouth."


I used to tell my sisters "I think daddy wants a puppy" not realizing that he meant be careful about getting too familiar with people.

(g. note - That's just too funny.)

Cover Both Sides

Anonymous says . . .

My daddy always said, "You better stop worrying about your front and start watching your back." (When I was a newly elected public official.)

Mopped in

Panty Rose, Portsmouth, VA says . . .

My daddy always said, "Don't mop yourself in a corner."

Doggone gossip

Anonymous says. . .

My daddy always said, "Remember, a dog that will bring a bone will carry one back." (Re: fraternizing with gossipy people)

Happy Birthday, Dad

g. note - Today is my father's birthday and I am so thankful to have him. I know he's not reading this because he refuses to own a computer. Once I bought him one and when I went to visit him expecting to see it set up, it was in the hall closet still in the box. But, sometimes you can overhear him bragging about this great blog his daughter started in honor of African American fathers, like he's the most computer savvy guy. At least I know he's proud. Happy Birthday to a classically cool, old school brother, and my dearest friend . . . from a shameless daddy's girl.


Dad and his girls. . . one crazy bunch.

Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way

Melvin Baker says . . .

My daddy always said “It Takes a Wise Man to Know When to Lead and When to Follow”

Black Men Must Reclaim Our Children

Interesting article by Roland Martin. Check it out by clicking on the title. g

Anonymous says . . .

My daddy always said, "Don't get it crooked." His way of setting you straight on one issue or another.

Don't Mess with Debbie

Debbie L., New Orleans says . . .
My daddy always said, "If anybody mess with you call ME." I was his only daughter and he didn't play.

Victor Holt, President of V-Tech Solutions, DC, says . . .
My daddy always said, "If you have lived, you've been a devil."


(g. note - Oh, I get it . . .lived spelled backwards. Clever!)

Victor's daughter says . . .
My daddy always says, "Win the day!"

Shush

S. Martin says . . .
When I talked too much my daddy always said, "Shush, little girl, a still tongue makes a wise head."

g. says . . .

My daddy always said, "What did the dog say when they cut off his tail? . . . It won't be long now." Whenever we would get impatient and ask questions such as "are we there yet?"

Mary Lee McKay says . . .

My daddy always said, you can't make a race horse out of a jackass.

(g. note - Yes, I went there.)

Unlikely Pair

Joy Thomas Moore, Pasadena, MD, says

My daddy always said, "Always be wise as a serpent . . . harmless as a dove - Rev. Dr. James J. Thomas

Common Sense

K.C. Burton Baltimore, MD says . . .

My daddy always said, "I may not be smart, but I'm sure not stupid."

The Other Side

Anonymous says . . .
My daddy always said "You ain't shit."
My goal is to change my family's legacy. I tell my daughter to jump from the top step and I ALWAYS catch her.
(g.note - Congrats on having the vision to break bad cycles.)

Play Ball

Reggie B., Seattle, WA says . . .

My Daddy always said "Play more, live longer". He was a fitness enthusiast who worked for the Park Department. he felt everyone should exercise as a means to be happy and healthy.

1-2 Punch

Richard Polite, Dallas, says . . .
My daddy always said, "Don't start a fight, just finish it."

Bee-ware

Vincent Sylvain says . . .
My daddy always said, "Son, you can't mess with the beekeeper's honey and not get stung." In other words, leave other people's property alone.

Straight Face

Alandas Dobbins, proud daughter of George Dobbins Jr., Memphis says. . .

My daddy always said "Look life in the eye and don't blink." He passed in October of 2006, but as head of sales of our telecommunication company that is what he taught us and that is how he lived his life; unabashed, unashamed, proud, black, and strong.

Big Chief Speaks

Cherice Harrison-Nelson says . . .
My Daddy, the late Donald Harrison, Sr., use to say, "What ever you do be comfortable admitting you did it. Don't do it, if you don't want to own it."

Donald Harrison, Sr.
Big Chief Guardians of the Flame
January 27, 1933 - December 1, 1998

My Grandfather

g. says . . .
Had an interstesting conversation with my 97-year old grandfather today who says "Pray Everyday." He also mentioned that he's observed that we're becoming regressive as a race adding with stern indignation "At 97 I'm qualified to speak on the issue." ALSO . . . "Y'all can become anything else you want, but I've been Colored, Negro, Black, Afro-American, and African-American, but I ain't changing no more cause what you're called doesn't seem to change a thing."

Know Thy Banker

Keith M. says . . .
My daddy always said "Establish banking relationships. Go into the bank and shake somebody's hand."

Simone n. says . . .

My daddy always says "Free yourself, be yourself."

I Aint Playing

R. Humphrey, Portsmouth, VA, says . . .

My daddy always said "Say what you mean and mean what you say."

Trust

B. Whitfield, San Diego, says . . .

My daddy always said "Never trust anyone."

(g. note- I hope that tuna didn't trust him. I happen to know this is one of the nicest, most trusting guys in Cali.)

No Regrets

Anonymous says . . .

My daddy always said "Avoid living your life in such a way that you will either regret what you didn't do or what you did do."

Can't Change People

L. Rad says . . .

My daddy always said (when you get married) "you have to be willing to accept the person the way they are, THAT DAY . . . You can't change people."

Know Your Value

R. Samples, St. Paul, says . . .
My daddy always said "Only the birds sing for free."

Money Talks

Anonymous says . . .
My grandaddy always said "Always have ready cash."

Learn Well

Wayne E. Wright saya . . .

My father Walter C. Wright said "The common denominator for any task in life is a good education".

No Worries

Terri D-Mc says . . .

My father always says, "Relax, God is in control, and that's a Beautiful thing"!

Resolve Yourself

Anonymous says . . .
My daddy always said "You gotta close old doors before you open new ones."

Yoga Dad

Eve P. Chicago, IL says . . .
When I would get really upset my daddy always said "Take a moment and breathe before you react."

(g. note - This chick's breathing fire.)

Try and Try Again

T. Mercadel says . . .
My daddy always says "You may have to try 1,000 different opportunities, jobs, women before you find the one that's right for you. But, if you don't keep trying, you'll never find the one."

g.note - 1000 women? I sure hope not :-o

Make Nice

M.L.McKay says , , ,
My daddy always said "be nice to the people you meet on your way up, you just might need them on your way down."

Anonymous says . . .
My daddy always said:

It Comes With a Price

Sheri L. says . . .
My daddy always said "Nothing worthwhile in life is easy, nothing is free, there is always a price."

Hard Work

Gretta Roque Burns says . . .
My daddy always said "hard work never killed anybody."

(g. note - Sometimes I sure feel like it's killin' me.)

Anonymous says . . .
My Daddy always said "Accept YOUR reality."

No Middle Man

Claudette Spencer, New Orleans says . . .
My father always said: "When you want to get something done – don’t go to the man in the middle – go to the man at the top!"

PIck One

Anonymous says . . .
My daddy always said "You can't have insanity and peace. Those two things don't go together."

On the Edge

Marcia says . . .
My daddy always said "If you keep walking to the edge of the cliff and falling over, one day you'll back your ass up."

Poker Face

Anonymous says . . .
My daddy always said "You gotta fake it 'til you make it."

High Self Esteem

Sybil Brown, Seattle, says . . .

My daddy always said "You're as good as 90% of the people in this world and better than the other 10%."

Priorities

Demtric M. says . . .
My daddy always said "You don't have to go to mass, but you won't be going anywhere else for the rest of the day . . . maybe the whole week. . . The Man upstairs first"

It's Who You Know

John Baptiste, Connecticut, says

My daddy always said "It's not what you know, it's who you know. Stay connected."

Ringy, Dingy

Anonymous says . . .
My PaPa Shank always said tell them dudes "No ringy, no dingy."

Unconditional

Dr. James Holley, Mayor, Portsmouth, VA says . . .

"My daddy always said nothing, he just accepted everything."

(g. note- Sounds like he understood the gift of listening, Mayor.)

A. Irons says . . .

My daddy always said "lead by example."

The Chase

Kelly F. NYC says . . .

My daddy always said "For men it's the happiness of pursuit, not the pursuit of happiness."

(g.note- Now that's an eye-opener.)

It's my birthday!

Happy birthday to me, happy birthday to me!
g

NSF

Anonymous says . . .

My daddy always said "Don't write a check with your mouth that your a$$ can't cash."

T. Desselle, Marksville, LA, says . . .
My daddy always said "Nothing comes to a sleeper but a dream."
Also . . .
"Opportunity is there, it's just disguised as hard work."

Acceptance

Anonymous said . . .

My daddy always said "You can't want more for people than they want for themselves."

G. Garvin, Los Angeles, says . . .
My daddy always said "Take care of your responsibility FIRST."

I ♥ U 5

Jaqee Cooke, D.C. says . . .

My daddy always asked me “how much do you love me?” I told him 5 which was the biggest number that I knew.
Also. . .
My daddy always said "Make your own money."

Time Out

g. note - I need to pause for a minute to thank everyone for the outpouring of support. People from all walks of life are rallying behind this celebration of African American fathers, and embracing it with enthusiasm and excitement. I could not do it without you.

The one thing I have confirmed after reading so many comments, is that African-American fathers are some of the coolest, hippest, most witty and loving people on planet Earth!

The best of all things,

g

Your Honor

Judge A. Leon Stanback, Durham, NC says . . .

My Daddy always said "Accept responsibility for what you do and learn from your mistakes."

Love Thy Neighbor

J. Makawa, Zimbabwe . . .

My daddy always said "Be good to your neighbor." (He wasn't just talking about the people next door.)

(g. note- James is Founder/CEO of the Africa Channel. A brother we should all be proud of.)

Square Circle?

Lawrence Martin, New Orleans says . . .

My 86 year-old daddy always says "I bet you can't get four Negroes to agree upon a square. One of them is bound to tell you it's a circle." (We've got to learn to stick together.")

Mad Day

Toni Rice says . . .

My daddy always says "Always have your own because mad day is coming.

Adonica Domino (daugher of the legendary Fats Domino) says . . .

My daddy always said "Pray AND WATCH." In addition to prayer, make sure you don't sleep what's going on around you.

Looks Matter

D. Mercadel says . . .

My daddy always said "When you pick a husband consider what your children gonna look like."

(g. note - Hey, Pops, a flat iron works wonders.)

That Loud Sucking Noise

Terrence Rice says . . .

My daddy always said "I brought you in this world and I don't even expect you to kiss my ass." (Referring to people who expect you to suck up in order to get ahead.)

Half Full or Half Empty

Steve Harvey says . . .

My daddy always said "Stop looking at what you don't got and thank God for what you do got."

Can't Teach Everything

D. Maxwell, NYC says . . .

My daddy always said "I can teach you a lot of things, but I can't teach you common sense."

Fake Tears

L. Townes, ATL says . . .

My daddy always said "Cry Aloud." My mother gave him the job of spanking my sister and I, but he would slap the bed instead.

Two Finger Test

Kiki, Greensboro, NC. says

My daddy always said "You have to pass the two finger test." Can't get two fingers in the back pocket of your jeans = Jeans are too tight = You can't go out the house.

(g. note - Unfortunately, I didn't have that problem. I was the original skinny girl when skinny WASN'T cool.)

Taking Care of Business

S. Armstead, New Jersey says . . .

My daddy always said "Stop worrying about other people and take care of your damn self." His standard business advice to me.

Lights Out

Donna H. says . . .
My daddy always said "Turn out the lights, money don't grow on trees!"

No Fish Today

Anonymous says . . .
My daddy always said "How do you expect to catch a fish when you ain't got a pole."

Staying Connected

Lacrecia R. says . . .
My daddy always said "Will you accept this collect call?" Actually it was the operator who said it because my dad was in prison when I was growing up. I was happy to hear her voice knowing that it meant he was checking in with me, even if just for a moment.

(g. note- Thanks for sharing.)

Being Connected

Anonymous says . . .

My daddy always said "know people who do things." He was never without a resource.

To Be Or NOT. . .

Anonymous says . . .
My daddy always said "It's better to be a has been than a never was."

12-year old Alex says. . .

My dad always says "Your mother will teach you how to be a lady, but I will teach you how to pick a man."

Truth=Peace (of mind)

E. Vandergriff says . . .

My daddy always said "The truth is the shortest way to the solution."

Believe it, Achieve it

Academy Award winner, Lou Gossett, Jr. says . . .
My daddy always said "There is no such thing as impossible."



(g. note- I had the privilege of meeting Mr. Gossett —who was eager to share his father's advice—at the opening of "African Footprint." BTW, it is an amazing performance and the first time it's touring in North America. Visit www.africanfootprint.com to see if it's showing near you. A not to miss event!)

Lessons we Learn

D. Mouton, Lafayette, LA says . . .
My daddy always said, "You can learn something from everyone—even if it's what not to do."

Drive Much?!

MSS says . . .
My daddy always said "You drive like a bat out of hell."

The N-Word

EME,BR says

My stepdaddy always said the "N" word. (Affectionately, as in, "You know you my nigga.")

(g.-note: I knew it would come up sooner or later.)

Ants Bite

Diane D. says . . .

My daddy always said, "Don't kick the ant pile." Don't meddle with things when they're calm.

D. Hubbard says . . .
My daddy always said "In politics there are no secrets, only surprises."

(g. note - Check out this brother's beautiful Bed & Breakfast Mansion www.hubbardmansion.com)

Show Me the Love

Anonymous says . . .
My daddy always says "Love is an action word."

Great project. I see a book, greeting cards.

Wishin' and Spittin'

Chuck Hill, SoCal, says . . .
My daddy always said "Wish in one hand and spit in the other—see which one fills up fastest."

(g. note - If I know my Uncle Charles, he used another word that rhymes with spit.)

Point of No Return

Ed W. says . . .

My daddy always says "Sometimes you can go too far and stay too long."

Kind, True, Necessary

Maya English says . . .

My daddy always says "If it's not kind, true and necessary, don't say it."

(g. note - That's my daughter. . . could somebody tell her that horse is not necessary.)

Can't Say it Enough

O. New York, NY says . . .

My daddy always said "You know I love you."

Follow the Baby

P. Jones, St. Louis says . . .
My daddy always says "Follow the baby." The mother will be ok, just make sure you take care of your child (referring to breakups).

(g. note- Beautiful!)

Speaking of Babies

F. Sibley, Baton Rouge says . . .

My daddy always said "I don't know where all these babies keep coming from." I was the eldest of 14 and he acted like he had nothing to do with it.

E-Z Cheese

Anonymous, Memphis, TN says . . .

My Daddy always says "If it's easy, it's cheesy."

(g. note - Dang!)

Jazz Man, New Jersey says. . .

My daddy always said "The best way to get a woman is to dangle another woman in front of her."

(g. note - That works both ways, Pops.)

Pigs vs. Hogs

D. Bell, Pensacola, FL says . . .

My grandfather always says "Pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered." Never take more than your share, that's when they come after you.

Who your People?

J. Jefferson, New Orleans says . . .

My daddy always said "Act like you have a family."

Grrrrrr

L. Fortuna says . . .
My father-in-law always says "Don't help me, help the bear."
His standard response when I ask him if he needs help with anything.



His wife K. Fortuna says . . .
My daddy always says "Sounds like a sheep shittin' in a tin pan." His way of saying you're talking too fast.
(Below: Karen and her daughter, Katelyn)

Stick to it . . . ness

Lou, Hammond, LA says...

My daddy always said
"The difference between success and failure is your "stick-to-it-ness." (Said real fast, one word "sticktoitness".)

Man's Best Friend

Sylvia Smith says . . .

My daddy always said "I gotta go see a dog about a man."


He never saw the need to explain his whereabouts in much detail.

(g. note - Ha! I love that.)

All About the Benjamins

Anonymous says . . .

My Daddy always says "Money makes money and the money money makes makes more money."

Also
"The family that PAYS together stays together."

Your Opinion?

EJE, Jr. says

My daddy always said "When I want your opinion, I'LL give it to you."

Which way do I go?

Anonymous says . . .
My daddy always says "All you want in life are options. Make the right choices so you can have good options."

Live Life

Y. Taylor Jones, New Orleans says. . .



My daddy always said "Live life to its fullest, so when it's over the world won't owe you anything."
(My daddy ENJOYED his life.)

My People

A. Randolph says . . .

My daddy always said "If there's any one thing that's constant in this world it's Black people. . . we're the same all over the world."

Long Goodbyes

Anonymous said . . .

When we hang up the telephone my daddy almost ALWAYS says, "See ya soon baboon." Then I say "Bye, Superfly." Then he says Afterwhile, Chocolate Child."

(g. note - Hmm, my daddy says that, too . . . you don't think?! . . . Nah!)

AnchorsAway

Shelby S., says

My daddy always said "Never let a man be an anchor around your neck."

Hisssssssssss

Ed W., (My brother-in-law who inspired this idea with all of his great "Daddyisms" ) says . . .

My daddy always says "Be careful where you step —even a full snake will bite."

(g. note - Hopefully, there'll be more from him. He has the best!!)

Bestest

Darrell P., New Orleans, LA says . . .

My Daddy Always Says, "You have to be better than the best."

Watch Your Step

g. (ok, that's me) says . . .
My daddy always says,
"Dont track the doo-doo."
If you see some crap going on that doesn't involve you, go around it and not through it. In other words, stay out of other people's s__t.

PeeUUU

Mark S., Newport, RI said . . .

My daddy always said "There's more room out than in."

(g. note: That's just nasty.)

Going my way?

Ronnie B, New Orleans said . . .

My daddy always said "It's my way or the highway!"

Just do it

Helena Jordan said . . .
My daddy always said "You can do anything you put your mind to. The words "can't" and "never" should not be in your vocabulary.

October 8, 2007 1:17 PM

The (Wo)Man in the Mirror

Melody W., Dallas, TX said...
My Daddy always said, "When you look in the mirror, evaluate yourself."

In other words, you can do better, don't settle for less.

October 9, 2007 5:39 PM

Round and Round

Maxwell B, ATL said...

My daddy always said "Ask your momma." Then when I did, she said "You gotta ask your daddy." It took me 15 years to figure out i was being played.

Wishin' and Hopin'

Anonymous, Chicago, IL said . . .

My daddy always says "Sitting and wishing won't change your fate. The Lord prepares the fishin', but you have to dig the bait.

R u ready?

Keita Jones, Memphis TN said...
My daddy is an old country man and he's says, "Stay ready to keep from getting ready." In other words, Be Prepared!

ALSO . .

"Don't make your bed too hard cause YOU gotta lay in it."

October 7, 2007 4:56 PM

Joy M. said...
My daddy always said "Get that thumb out your mouth." It drove him crazy.

October 7, 2007 10:52 AM

Love

Start where you are, use what you have, do what you can.

-Arthur Ashe

I'm Walking . . .

Bennie Beau! said...

My daddy always said "One step forward is better than two steps backwards, but two steps backwards is better than no step at all!"

Benjamin Clay, 68

October 6, 2007 2:00 AM

What's the Point?!

Donald V. said...
My daddy always SAYS " Get to the ask." He hates for people to beat around the bush.

October 5, 2007 8:15 PM

Barbara Blount said...
My Daddy always said "If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything."




October 5, 2007 1:51 PM

I Now Pronounce You

Dana said...
My Daddy Always said, "Become everything you ever want to marry."

October 4, 2007 12:59 PM

I. Koger said...
My Daddy Always said "Talk is cheap. It's the cheapest commodity there is."

October 5, 2007 7:24 AM

More, I Need More

g note: We're off to a good start, but I know there's much more out there. Spread the news about this project . . . Wake up everybody!

Cherries Jubilee?

CagerMan said...
My Daddy Always said, "You don't pick the cherries from another man's tree."


(g.note - MmmmHmmmm)
October 4, 2007 7:29 PM

Aaaargh!

Onaje said...
My daddy always said, " don't try to change people that don't want to change. You'll only frustrate yourself."


October 4, 2007 9:54 AM

Be True

Rossi Ivanova said...
My daddy ALWAYS said..."This above all to thine own self be true."

I Won't Do It Again

Anonymous said...
My father always said, " a hard head makes for a soft behind"



(g note: My niece calls her belt Rachel. As in, "Y'all better stop before I get Rachel.")

Anonymous said...
Another of my father's saying was: "You will rise or fall to the level of the company you keep. Be careful who you call a friend..."


October 4, 2007 7:27 AM

Just Say No

Dianna said...
My godfather always said. "It only takes one time to get caught up"

October 3, 2007 5:19 PM

A Rubber Heel

Estella Denson said...
My Daddy always said: "A rubber wheel beats a rubber heel and a poor ride beats a proud walk. (When we would complain about his old car.)

Crow/Peacock

N. Samara said...
My daddy always said "A crow can never be a peacock."

Father is alive and kickin

STAY IN THE MOMENT

Anonymous said...
my dad always says." stay in the moment"

(g note: Anonymous? . . .100% sure this is my son.)
October 2, 2008 8:15 PM