A Day With Dad And Uncle Tom By Sheila Robins 11yo 63 May 2026

As we pulled into our driveway, my mom was waiting on the porch, a smile on her face. "How was your day?" she asked, and I launched into a enthusiastic account of all the fun I had. My dad and Uncle Tom stood beside me, smiling and nodding in agreement, already planning our next adventure together.

After a scrumptious breakfast, we set off in my dad's car, with Uncle Tom navigating and my dad driving. We headed to the nearby state park, where we planned to hike, have a picnic, and maybe even spot some wildlife. As we drove, Uncle Tom regaled us with stories of his own childhood adventures, growing up on a farm in the countryside. My dad chuckled and chimed in with his own memories, and I listened, wide-eyed, feeling like I was part of a special club, privy to their inside jokes and reminiscences. a day with dad and uncle tom by sheila robins 11yo 63

"Good morning, kiddo!" my dad exclaimed, giving me a warm hug. "Today's going to be an amazing day, just you wait and see!" As we pulled into our driveway, my mom

After a few hours of hiking, we arrived at a beautiful picnic spot, overlooking a sparkling lake. We spread out a blanket and unpacked the sandwiches, fruit, and cookies that my mom had prepared for us. As we ate, my dad and Uncle Tom told me stories about their own childhoods, about the pranks they used to play on each other, and the adventures they had as young men. I listened, entranced, feeling like I was getting a glimpse into a different era. After a scrumptious breakfast, we set off in

The rest of the day flew by in a blur of activity. We rented a boat and took a leisurely ride across the lake, spotting fish and birds along the way. We visited a nearby farm, where we fed the friendly animals and learned about sustainable farming practices. As the sun began to set, we headed back to the car, tired but happy, with memories that I knew I would treasure forever.