Today is my dad's 60th birthday!! We went to Aiken this weekend for a "burnin'" and a little Halloween party. Everyone had such a great time. He was on call and was called out for a robbery just before the party so we were a little anxious but it worked out perfectly. Dad got home just in time for us to have set up the decorations and food outside, for everyone to arrive in costume, and for Justin to get the fire started.
I brought my camera with the best intentions on getting great pictures but we were so busy enjoying on another's company, I completely forgot. Justin went as an angry bird. I went as a skeleton with a skeleton baby. Mom was a Clemson fan, Katie a witch, John was this big scary thing dressed all in black with red glowing eyes. I'm still not sure what he was but he scared Sadie (zombie cheerleader), Izzy (dinosaur), and Hunter (batman) to death. Lots of fun. Aunt Susan and Uncle Keith (Fred and Wilma) came too! They had the best costumes!
Around the fire we had big pots of chili, all the fixings, s'mores, dips, cupcakes, apple turnovers, etc. I haven't eaten that much in a long time! The kids loved making s'mores and did really well around the fire. I have to say I was really nervous with all that flammable material, especially with a dinosaur tail! I think Dad really enjoyed himself, I know I did. This year is going to be great...he'll go from "dad" to "grandpa" in a matter of weeks! Or day (wishful thinking) ;o)
Dad you're one of the greatest men I've ever known. I'm so thankful God saw fit to let you be my dad. I'm even more thankful that He's kept you safe through the years--you didn't make it easy for Him ;o)--so that we could enjoy all these moments with you. I hope this year is your best yet. Love you very much!
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