The saying, “You can choose your friends, but you can’t choose your family”, is so true. Not everyone gets on with all their family members, and sometimes we find friends can understand us better than blood kin ever do.

But family bonds can be strong, especially when times are hard, and as another saying says, “Blood is thicker than water”.
It’s good to have siblings beside you when ageing parents need help. Or to have a mother or father to go to for wisdom and advice when unsure what to do in a given situation. And maybe who spoilt us more as kids than doting grandparents or a favourite aunt or uncle?

And of course, we have furry friends who are very much part of our families.

And they too can become great friends with each other across the species barrier!

So, today, on Father’s Day, let’s share the best and most fun side of every aspect of family and friends in whatever form you like: pictures, memes, gifs, music or jokes, as well as our usual great chat!

All are welcome.
And please feel free to share all discussions you enjoy.