Yep, he wore pink, before it was fashionable…for men of his generation. My dad grew up at a time when, at least here in the U.S., men tended to wear more muted tones. Shades of brown, navy, beige and variations, sure, and his closet was a neutral palette.
When life took him to California in the 80’s, he found his vibe…and it was pink. Rosey tones, corals, blush hues and yep, an occasional floral (gasp!). Paired with his beloved Birkenstocks, my previously buttoned-up papa (learn more about him – his helping heart AND his fashion sense in this silly post) renewed his soul with color.
My mom? She was shocked and referred to him as a ‘show pony’…to which, he’d just smile and say – with a wink: “If you’ve got it, you’ve got it.” 😉
That’s my Sunday morning rewind smile – from my Miami Vice wannabe papa, smirking and smiling from behind those shades, just for you.
-Vicki 😊
Victoria Ponders... 
My kind of guy. Why blend in? I often wear orange, not sure why but it’s a colour I like. Maybe because of Hobbes. ha ha
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Love that — thanks, David! And for the record, I like orange, too. More than pink! 😉
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Indeed! When we imitate other people, we end up with the look of The Sun King 😀
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portrait_of_Louis_XIV
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I love it!! Best when our beautiful papas show their true colors – warm, bold and confident. Any post about your dad makes me smile – but this one especially!! ❤ ❤ ❤
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Awww…he’d love you for seeing that — his warmth and confidence. Nailed it, Wynne! 😘
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There’s something about being comfortable enough in your own skin to be authentically “you.” And I believe I would have adored your papa! 🤍
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Yes, ma’am…just like Wynne, he would’ve gotten a kick out of you, Kendra. He navigated lots of tricky stuff with grace…and had deep admiration for folks who’ve done the same, no matter how different the details. Sending hugs to you, dear one! 😘
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