Local family writes about ‘Adventures with Dad’

by Tesha M. Christensen

The DeFlorin family of Harris all lent a hand to produce “Adventures with Dad.” Left to right: Ella, Connie, Dave, Athena and Mason.
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Got a silly dad in your life? Pick up a copy of “Adventures with Dad” by Connie DeFlorin of Harris to relive those fun moments.

Connie collaborated with her husband, Dave DeFlorin, and mother-in-law, Peggy DeFlorin of Harris, to preserve the memories of her youngest daughter’s childhood.  

But these outrageous adventures will appeal to everyone.

“I think other people will see their dads in this book,” remarked Peggy. “Sometimes it’s good to be silly.”

From spaghetti on the ceiling to a mousetrap stuck on a nose, this book tells five true stories of dad and daughter adventures.

“Everyone that knows my husband has a ‘Dave story,’” commented Connie. “The longer I have been married to him the more ‘Dave stories’ I have collected. He continues to make me laugh with how he parents Athena. It is with so much love, laughter and total ridiculousness that I wanted to tell that story.”

The owner of Connie D. Photography, Connie wouldn’t label herself a writer but a photographer.

“I usually express myself through photos, but I had a story to tell,” she said. Connie began the book over a year ago, and pulled in the help of a couple friends who are editors to help polish the text.

The DeFlorins hope to share this book with everyone. The book is available on Amazon for $12.95. For more information, call 320-358-0919 or email conniedeflorin@yahoo.com.

Article appeared in the April 19, 2018 Pine City Pioneer.