Asleep in Dad's Arms

Me and my dad Thomas Arcala Sr.  We were at my Aunt Jacki's apartment in Long Beach, California.  I was three years old here.  It's the only picture of me I could find of my dad holding me.

My Aunt Jacki had many holiday get-togethers at her home.  I still remember the scent of her apartment when she was cooking.  

My cousin Vickie is Jacki's daughter, and she had a rabbit in the bathroom, and a pomeranian named "Little Girl."  I used to chase Little Girl around until she would hide and snap at me if I put my hand near her.  

It is very rare to see pictures of my father holding me.  So, it was nice to have stumbled across this photo in my sister's album.