I have been a step-dad to four children for the best part of 21+ years now.
But this day is for their real dad. Their biological dad, who they still see occasionally. I get that, completely.
However, as far as Ollie is concerned, I am his dad, the only one he has ever known.
So, he got me a card, and four packets of one of my favourite treats. Special soft nougat, with nuts.
His writing is improving as he gets older, and I will enjoy the nougat over the next few weeks. 🙂
beetleypete 
🙂 This brought a wonderful smile this Sunday morning. You are to be admired 🙂 Happy Father’s Day… albeit a little late.
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My wife insists that I celebrate Father’s Day with Ollie, as my step-children have their ‘real dad’ to consider.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I just love Ollie ~ good boy! Hugs, C
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Why thank you, Miss Cheryl.
Tail wags, Ollie. x
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Hi Pete, I am glad you got treats from Ollie for Fathers Day. I don’t know if I ever told you that my dad is actually my step-dad. I am not his biological child. I love him to pieces and he is the reason I made such a big spread for Fathers Day. I don’t believe he sees me differently to his ‘real’ daughters.
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I have done my best for my step-children for many years now. But their ‘real dad’ is always their only dad. I sort-of get that.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Awww…❤️
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The nougat is delicious. 🙂
https://shop-vital.be/product/bag-soft-nougat-150g-almond/?lang=en
Best wishes, Pete.
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Yum!
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Good boy, Ollie! Here Father’s Day is celebrated on the 19th of March (Saint Joseph’s), so I always get the dates quite confused in any case. The nougat sounds like a great present and you look very well after Ollie, so not surprised he looks after you as well. Big hugs, Pete.
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Thanks very much, Olga. We have Mother’s Day in March of course. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Well done, Ollie!
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Thank you, Miss Sue.
Tail wags, Ollie.
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Thank you!!
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I haven’t read any of Ollie’s posts lately. Tell him we are waiting. 🙂 As for nougats, I have never seen or tasted one, so I am trying not to be jealous. 🙂
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Ollie gets tired easily now he is older. It takes him much longer to think up a post. 🙂
My nougat looks like this, I have the almond and the pistcachio.
https://shop-vital.be/product/bag-soft-nougat-150g-almond/?lang=en
Best wishes, Pete.
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Looks yum! Now I AM jealous! ☺️
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I am having some of the pistachio later! 🙂
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What a clever dog you have, Pete!
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He gets smarter as he gets older, Stevie.
Best wishes, Pete.
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He’ll be cooking you a Sunday roast next…
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He likes chicken, so that sounds promising. 🙂
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So wonderful, Pete! My excuse for the delay, and Happy (Dog)Father’s Day. Now you are in duty to learn barking. :-)) xx Michael
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I have always been good at barking, Michael. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Enjoy your nougat, Pete but step dads should also be acknowledged my hubby has been a wonderful stepdad to my kids…I hope yours acknowledged that too xx
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They see their dad on father’s day, well some of them do. It’s not a big deal for me, Carol.
Best wishes, Pete. x
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Keep an eye on the old boy Ollie, he’s not getting any younger…
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Will do, Mister Jack.
Tail wags, Ollie.
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I’m happy that you and Ollie provide each other with such great companionship. Unconditional love!
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Dogs ask for nothing, and give everything unselfishly.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Ollie is a good pup for remembering Dad….chuq
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He must have been looking at my desk calendar, chuq.
Best wishes, Pete.
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wonderful for you and for ollie!
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It was kind of him to use his pocket-money, Beth.
Best wishes, Pete.
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he must have had a side job )
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Indeed, Happy Father’s Day. Warmest regards, Theo
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Thanks, Theo. I tend to forget the day, until I see it mentioned on Twitter.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Nougat…something I haven’t had in….my adult life!
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Really? It is one of the sweets that I really like, especially with pistachios in it.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I’m not much into sweets but nougat is something you don’t really see here. What I used to like was Halva. The kind I’m thinking of had a similar taste, not too sweet. What I could have called a blog was “Counting Calories”, something I did from age 15!!! And at BA it was counting kilos, money, passengers. I figure I’ll end up in a home with people asking “why is she always counting?”!
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I concur what you say about Sir Ollie, he’s not only his man’s best friend but he has good choice in nougat. I hope it was shared ??
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Not opened yet, but he can’t have any as it contains nuts. 🙂
Cheers, Pete.
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Ollie! You has class!
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Why thank you, Miss Annette.
Tail wags, Ollie.
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I’m glad Ollie knew to observe the occasion.
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He always does, Peggy.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Fur babies count. Dot and Lia wished their dad a Happy Father’s Day too. Glad Ollie got you a card and some snacks.
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It was thoughtful of him, and I didn’t even notice him sneak out to the shops. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Even step dads deserve to be acknowledged. Happy Fathers Day Pete, I hope you are enjoying the snacks Ollie got you and that the rest of your day is fantastic. 😁
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Thanks very much, Christina.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I hope you at least get some kind of acknowledgment. Those four young’uns need to step up to the plate!
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Not a problem, David. I get on okay with their real dad, and it was his day.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Good for Ollie! Happy Father’s Day, Ollie!
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Thanks, Liz.
Best wishes, Pete.
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You’re welcome, Pete.
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For F’s sake! Get a life . . .
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Don’t blame me, I didn’t buy the card! 🙂
Cheers, pete. x
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Happy Father’s Day, Pete. Ollie has the best dad!
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Thanks, dear Margie. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Happy Dad’s day Pete!
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Thanks, FR. Ollie loves me! 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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