Hey Guys
I did post this in the "in memory" forum but thought I would post it here too
First Fathers Day since my Father passed in December.
Dad was never a surfer, he was a pom that immigrated to Australia in 1963 as what they called a 10 pound pommy.
Settled in Eastern Victoria, Australia and raised 7 kids, 3 ,including me, that were born in Australia.
When I was 14, he let me attempt to build my first surfboard in his garage.
Was a bit of a hack but I did surf it for a couple of years.
Now 25 yaers later, I am still shaping boards, not for a living, but if it wasn't for my Dad,s encouragement, I wouldn't have took on the challenge nor continued to shape.
There is nothing better than riding one of your own creations and realising that is works and works well.
Happy Fathers Day Dad
]Cheers