National Parents Day was celebrated on Sunday July 23 and we wanted to find out more about all the brilliant parents here in Edinburgh.
Our readers shared photos of their parents with us and all the reasons that they love them.
People shared lovely tributes to parents who have sadly passed and celebrated all that mums and dads do for their kids.
Click through this article to read their heart warming stories.


10. Allison Taylor
Allison Taylor said: "My gorgeous mum who is the best ever she 86 and has had a difficult few years. I cherish her every day." Photo: Allison Taylor

11. Sandra Barclay
Sandra Barclay said: "My Mum and Dad, Anne and Stephen. Dad was diagnosed with dementia couple of years ago. Mum was his main carer, doing everything, she was amazing but we had to help and from the beginning of this year, we got him into a lovely care home nearby. Mum visit him regularly. I love this picture of both of them looking well and happy." Photo: Sandra Barclay

12. Andrena Minto
Andrena Minto said: "My Wonderful parents, Dad passed in 1994 and Mum 2004, both had Hearts of Gold and lived for their family. Truly the Best. Loved and Missed everyday." Photo: Andrena Minto