Fathers Day - 2008.

Well, Fathers Day 2008 is in the books, and it was a very nice day for me indeed. Here's a brief synopsis of my weekend:

On Saturday, I was scheduled to work at the Shutterbug from 1-9:30, so I got up a little early to get some things done. For reasons beyond my memory, I did not get everything I wanted to get done before work, was able to have a good morning none the less. As I began to get ready for work, I got a call telling me that there was plenty of coverage and that I was no longer needed to work. So, out of nowhere, I got a weekend off. Although I would have like to have the extra hours, it was nice to be able to chill with the family for the weekend. Mel and I did a little shopping, and got some stuff for the bbq, which we proceeded to devour. As midnight drew near, I got Mel interested in watching a movie. The Andromeda Strain, remake of an older film, was remade into a mini-series. I thought it was longer than a regular move. It was. Around 3am, the movie ended and both of us nearly passed out as we hit the pillows. With a big day planned when we woke, we had discussed being up at 10am.

I rolled over and opened my eyes, and looked at the alarm clock. It was 12:03, and I immediatly smiled and chukcled to myself. No sooner than I got up and went to the bathroom, Mel was up and ready to hop in the shower. Her cough and nasal pressure had increased throughout the night, so we dicided to make an appointment with the doctor (thank god for weekend clinics), so she could feel better. The funny thing is that on Mothers day, I punctured my hand on the Jetta antenna and needed a stitch from the ER. Seems that we have started a tradition. While we waited for the appointment, I grabbed the boys and headed out to tackle the front yard. It had been some time since I was able to mow in the front. Seems that each time I was able to find some time to mow, it would be raining. Other times, it wasn't raining, but I had to get to work. This went on for months, until yesterday. The boys did a majority of the mowing, and then I attacked it with the weed-eater while Melanee worked her magic on the grill once again. We had some of the best Collard Greens and Steak I have ever had. Mel even tried her hand at a jerk sauce, which we dubbed " My Jerk " sauce. Very nice indeed.

I stayed up a little late trying to get some star trails pictures but was unsuccessful. Guess I'll need to do a little more readying on exposures. Overall, that was the best Fathers Day I have ever had. The boys even made me a cake, but since Mom didn't get one either, the made if for both of us. It read "Happy FA/MO thers day!" and included candles -- Tristan's idea and we still are laughing about it. The boys ever went as far as to actually make the cake. Not bad at all.

Good times, good times.