Happy 80th Birthday, Poppa!!!!!!

What a terrific occasion to celebrate! P's dad is eighty years young and grandkids from near and far came to partake in the festivities and cake.  There was also fruit which on a hot and sunny day was a delicious treat.  

These cousins don't get to see each other very often because two of them live in Texas, far, far to the south. This heat wave is nothing for them. In fact, I had to convince them that parkas and Sorels weren't necessary.  


After the birthday cake, the kids sat nicely on the couch and let me take a few photos of them all together.  Thanks for not goofing off, guys!  

Four Score and Twenty Years ... or more accurately One Score Minus 4 Years ...

Today is the birthday of our eldest son, a milestone after which he'll be able to drive a car, become a life guard,save lives. He'll begin to narrow down what he would like to do with his life.  

Perhaps he'll join the rodeo.

 

 Or become a bear hunter.

 Or start to shave.  Oh, right. He's got that one covered.

 

We're looking forward to seeing what exciting adventures will unfold!