Yup, the big day was today. Actually, we started celebrating on Sunday when we took the HB to his first rock concert (George Thorogood). It took him a while to get into it (he had the stereotypical drunk dude in front of him until we switched seats), but he thoroughly enjoyed himself.
Yesterday a friend gave me one of his season tix to see the Angels (they lost after Fuentes coughed up a two-run lead in the 9th). It was a beautiful night at the park (which reminds me, I still have to do that Angel Stadium vs. Dodger Stadium post one of these days) and we had a great time.
Today I had a full work plate. As an aside, right now the recession is an abstract concept for my business. I've gotten 3 calls to start projects in the last 48 hours. WTF? Doesn't matter...I'm gonna ride it as long as I can.
My parents joined us for dinner. Both the HB and the wife's allergies are acting up, so there was much sniffling. But the food was awesome and we had a tasty bottle of wine (Holus Bolus 2006 Syrah).
Overall, a fun weekend. I'm definitely one to embrace my birthday. Besides it being one of the few times I enjoy being an attention whore, it's a good excuse to hear from people and get caught up (yes, I did get bday greetings from Lynn). And, what the hell. I'm not feeling that old, yet.
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Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Mondo Birthday Weekend, Pt 3
So, we did the big double bday party thing at my s-i-l's for the boys. It was all good (pizza, salad and cheesecake) and everyone seemed to have a good time.
That evening, the NZS2 had some friends over for a bbq and hanging in the jacuzzi. The kids had a good time and were well behaved. Unlike my bbq which seems to have a valve problem (only one side will stay well lit at a time), so I cooked have the food outside and the other half inside.
We topped things off on Monday (The HB's actual birthday) by playing hookey (well, all except the HB whose spring break has started) and going to Knott's Berry Farm. It was EMPTY so we got to on all the ride we wanted as many times as we wanted. When I was kid we never went there because the Knott family was big contributors to the John Birch Society, a pretty right-wing organization. Even though my dad is pretty conservative in his political beliefs, he thought these guys were a bunch of red-baiting kooks.
By the time we got home, everyone was pretty beat. I had to really rally the troops for some cake and ice cream. All in all, a pretty successful bday weekend, even if we all need another weekend to recover.
That evening, the NZS2 had some friends over for a bbq and hanging in the jacuzzi. The kids had a good time and were well behaved. Unlike my bbq which seems to have a valve problem (only one side will stay well lit at a time), so I cooked have the food outside and the other half inside.
We topped things off on Monday (The HB's actual birthday) by playing hookey (well, all except the HB whose spring break has started) and going to Knott's Berry Farm. It was EMPTY so we got to on all the ride we wanted as many times as we wanted. When I was kid we never went there because the Knott family was big contributors to the John Birch Society, a pretty right-wing organization. Even though my dad is pretty conservative in his political beliefs, he thought these guys were a bunch of red-baiting kooks.
By the time we got home, everyone was pretty beat. I had to really rally the troops for some cake and ice cream. All in all, a pretty successful bday weekend, even if we all need another weekend to recover.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Mondo Birthday Weekend, Pt 2
First, some NCAA basketball updates. My picks for the whole draw? Not so good, though my predicted champ, Louisville, is still doing fine. If they win it all I'll do pretty well in one pool and will win some money from Rotary in that we draw teams at random, and I got them. In fact, I'll win my money back and then some if they win today and make the final 4.
Yesterday's excursion to Little Tokyo was fun. We found a sushi bar with bbq sushi for the NZS. Andy has bbq ribs (Korean style), the wife had a cucumber roll (she HATES fish) and I ordered up two crab rolls (I figured the NZS2 would like it, too). Apparently the sushi place the NZS2 is pretty dumpy and has pre-made sushi, so this was quite the upgrade.
Before we left, the NZS2 opened some prezzies. We got him a gift certificate for See's candy (he's got a sweet tooth like no other person I know) and a few rounds of golf. He got a care package from home with (more) candy/chocolates, a jacket and some cards/letters. His parents sent the HB a nice pullover and wrote the wife and I a nice note. His dad's in Rotary back home and they host exchange students as well (they have a girl from Portugal with them now). They are very nice people and it was great that they got something for the HB.
After guitar lessons (the HB still has no clue that he's getting an electric guitar on Monday) and his play rehearsal, the HB went to the nephew's for a sleepover. The NZS headed out with the girls he's most sweet on. We'll see her, and some other friends, tonight as he successfully moved the bar-b-que. The wife and I went to see Duplicity. It was OK, good escapist fare. Then we grabbed a drink (OK, two) and some spring rolls before calling it a night.
This afternoon is the double bday party at my s-i-l's. Pizza, cake, presents, etc. Woot!
BTW, I've gotta start hitting the ellipitical more. My work schedule has serious gotten in the way of my exercise and I'm feeling in.
Yesterday's excursion to Little Tokyo was fun. We found a sushi bar with bbq sushi for the NZS. Andy has bbq ribs (Korean style), the wife had a cucumber roll (she HATES fish) and I ordered up two crab rolls (I figured the NZS2 would like it, too). Apparently the sushi place the NZS2 is pretty dumpy and has pre-made sushi, so this was quite the upgrade.
Before we left, the NZS2 opened some prezzies. We got him a gift certificate for See's candy (he's got a sweet tooth like no other person I know) and a few rounds of golf. He got a care package from home with (more) candy/chocolates, a jacket and some cards/letters. His parents sent the HB a nice pullover and wrote the wife and I a nice note. His dad's in Rotary back home and they host exchange students as well (they have a girl from Portugal with them now). They are very nice people and it was great that they got something for the HB.
After guitar lessons (the HB still has no clue that he's getting an electric guitar on Monday) and his play rehearsal, the HB went to the nephew's for a sleepover. The NZS headed out with the girls he's most sweet on. We'll see her, and some other friends, tonight as he successfully moved the bar-b-que. The wife and I went to see Duplicity. It was OK, good escapist fare. Then we grabbed a drink (OK, two) and some spring rolls before calling it a night.
This afternoon is the double bday party at my s-i-l's. Pizza, cake, presents, etc. Woot!
BTW, I've gotta start hitting the ellipitical more. My work schedule has serious gotten in the way of my exercise and I'm feeling in.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Mondo Birthday Weekend, Pt 1
The NZS2's bday is today. The HB's is Monday, but we got the weekend started last night by taking the HB (and the NZS2) and 3 of his buddies to see Monsters Vs. Aliens. In 3-D. At the IMAX. It was very cool and everyone had a good time. We even saw a gaggle of other kids from the HB's school there.
The NZS headed out after we grabbed some burgers and the other boys stayed the night. I was pleased with how well they got along (2 are from the HB's school, the other is a friend from camping) and the wife and I didn't have to do any refereeing. They played Wii, watched a movie, etc until about midnight. Then, back up at 7am. I whippped them up some waffles, bacon and fruit salad and their parents swooped them up at around 10.
The NZS2 has had a bit of a tough time getting his bday activities together. He wanted to do a bbq and laser tag tonight, but too many of his friends already had stuff going on (soccer tournaments, etc.). So, it looks like just the bbq tomorrow night. He's been wanting sushi. Well, not really sushi, but chicken rolls that look like sushi, so we're going to head to Little Tokyo for that after the HB's guitar lesson. Also, since he turned 18, he'd be legal to drink in NZ. Of course, alcohol has crossed his lips, but still kind of a bummer than he can't go out for a couple (legally) here tonight.
Tomorrow we'll have the dual bday party at my s-i-l's. Monday is the beginning of the HB's spring break, so the wife and I are taking the day off. Who knows what we'll be up to.
The NZS headed out after we grabbed some burgers and the other boys stayed the night. I was pleased with how well they got along (2 are from the HB's school, the other is a friend from camping) and the wife and I didn't have to do any refereeing. They played Wii, watched a movie, etc until about midnight. Then, back up at 7am. I whippped them up some waffles, bacon and fruit salad and their parents swooped them up at around 10.
The NZS2 has had a bit of a tough time getting his bday activities together. He wanted to do a bbq and laser tag tonight, but too many of his friends already had stuff going on (soccer tournaments, etc.). So, it looks like just the bbq tomorrow night. He's been wanting sushi. Well, not really sushi, but chicken rolls that look like sushi, so we're going to head to Little Tokyo for that after the HB's guitar lesson. Also, since he turned 18, he'd be legal to drink in NZ. Of course, alcohol has crossed his lips, but still kind of a bummer than he can't go out for a couple (legally) here tonight.
Tomorrow we'll have the dual bday party at my s-i-l's. Monday is the beginning of the HB's spring break, so the wife and I are taking the day off. Who knows what we'll be up to.
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