Father's Day

Yesterday was Lilly's birthday party. For all the parents out there, you understand all the time and energy it takes for a child's party. Everything went good. A lite rainstorm rolled in about cake time but all in all it was a good time. 

Come 7 last night we were all exhausted. Rylan & Lilly were ready for bed around 745 so I attempted to put them to bed while falling asleep in Rylan's room. Ingrid woke me up at 1100p and I migrated to our bed. 

Morning came quick with the alarm clock ringing at 4a. I was dreading starting the day that early but I had to get the smoker fired up and get to cooking. What a more enjoyable way to wake up on Father's Day. It was enjoyable sitting on the patio that early in the morning. Cool, calm, quiet and very relaxing. So I shouldn't complain too much.  I did also take a nap from 530-630 until the kids woke up. 

Once we were finished eating breakfast, out came the new toys. From Legos, puzzles to making bead jewelry. 

Entertaining the kids while going in and out to keep an eye on the smoker. Yummy it's looking so good.  I know, I know, the back yard is a mess. 

Finally the kids decided to be independent which gave Ingrid and I some time to relax outside and have a few cups of coffee with our neighbors Bob and James. Vey nice people and we enjoy the conversation. 

Finally around 1015, I wrapped the ribs. In aluminum foil for the final couple hours until their done. All that's needed now is time and Father's Day dinner will be complete. 

It's now 1140 and Ingrid's dad and step mom should be here any minutes. I've already gone to the store and swept the patio. Ingrid is taking care of inside the house (God I love her). I'm debating about taking a shower and changing clothes. Looking a little trashy right now. Na it Father's Day I'll where what I want. 

Finally Saturday

Today is the day we're celebrating Lilly's birthday. With still a lot to do, I knew it was going to be an early morning. Rylan and Lilly were up around 630 - 700 and that was about the time I decided myself to roll out of bed. Ingrid and Kaden were still resting in bed so in an attempt to keep quiet, we had some juice and pop tarts for breakfast. 

After watching a few episodes of Mickey Mouse clubhouse, I knew I had to get going or I'd never get everything done. 

First things first, prep a couple slabs of ribs for Father's Day tomorrow. 

One slab is sweet and the other is spicy and it really made the house smell good and I was tempted to cook them for the party today :-)  YUMMY

After the ribs it was off to the garage to clean up a little before heading outdoors to mow the yard. Today's mowing was a little extra as I decided to mow my neighbor Bob's yard also as he recovers from a foot injury.  After an hour of mowing, that was complete and it was off to the patio for a short break before heading to the store for a few last minute party items for Ingrid. 

After returning home, time was running short and still I needed a shower, had o wake the kids up and give them a bath also prior to our guest arriving. And don't forget the to fill up all the water balloons. 

My shower turned into a quick wash down. The kids bath turned into a sponge bath. All while entertaining the kids so Ingrid could decorate the cake. 

It turned out awesome. She's so wonderful and talented. I'm blessed to have such an amazing woman in my life. 

While she's taking a shower I'm trying to relax for just a few minutes before the chaos begins