'Spend Time, Even If It's Napping Together': Father's Day Photos

FRAMINGHAM, MA—Whether it's through his or her personality, looks, hobbies or a combination of everything, a son or daughter often takes on the qualities of the dad who raised them. With Father's Day 2018 right around the corner, we are celebrating that special bond by inviting Patch readers across Massachusetts to share their "father-son" or "father-daughter" lookalike photos.

It doesn't matter how old the kids are; they'll always be a chip off the old block.

Annemarie Howes sent in this photo of her son Ian and Ian's daughter Zinnia Howes, the shot taken at his parents' house in Framingham. Ian is a biology teacher who taught in the Framingham public schools, and now teaches in Springfield.

They definitely are look-alikes, and Zinnia, although a girl, is the spitting image of Ian as a child! We should preserve our special planet for our wonderful children and make time with them, even if you have to nap together. Family time is very special to Ian and his family. - Annemarie Howes

It's your turn, Patch readers — what traits do you and your dad share? Submit your lookalike photos by sending them to patchyphotos@gmail.com. Be sure to include a nice message for your loved one, as well as the city/location in which you live (and the photo) and the date it was taken.

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