Happy Birthday, Dad

So yesterday was my Dad's birthday. Unfortunately, I didn't get a chance to see him between our schedules. Dad is a die-hard SU fan. They have had basketball season tickets since the mid-70's. It's kind of amazing to think of all the great basketball players that he has seen play at both Manley and the Dome.

But back to Dad. He is 78 years young. I say young because I don't think he will ever retire :-). He goes to work everyday.

When we were growing up, there were 9 of us around the table for every meal. Yes, I had 6 brothers and sisters. This would be a good time for me to mention that I am the baby of the family (my sisters would be so disappointed in me if I didn't state that fact.) Mealtimes were always interesting to say the least - it seemed that it would never fail, someone would always spill their glass of milk at every meal.

Many times after breakfast, Dad would challenge us to games. Such as categories, naming all the state capitals, and board games like trouble, checkers, chess and card games. I loved learning new games and it is something that I tried to pass on to my children. Our family still gets together every once in awhile to have a game night. We have such a great time and it takes me back to the simpler times.

So Dad, Happy Birthday and thanks for the great memories!! I love you.