102 years ago

102 years ago, my father was born (December 29, 1918).  In the little village of Kindersley!

Calvin and Mary Baker - 1955

And the stars shone bright – perhaps.  It was a rather holy night – at least for those of us who follow legacy and example.

My father would not have considered himself a king (in case you were wondering, the first few lines of this blog mimic a song called “Birthday of a King”).

Dad was humble. 

He was not a celebrity, although those around him liked him very much.

He was not an intellectual academic, although he was a bit of a genius in the whole area of math and physics.

He was not a contractor, although he built and renovated houses over the years.

He was not a super dad, although he provided well for his children and left us memories that have lasted for decades.

There is much more could be said, and I have said much more in the past.

Thanks, dad, for your example – not least of which is being a godly man who loved Jesus, his family and those he brought into his life.

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