Weekend Update

It seems we are trying to pack as much as possible into every day, especially on the weekends.  This weekend was no exception, as we enjoyed a variety of fun activities and the awesome sunny weather. 

Friday night we took the Metro North train to Connecticut where we had dinner (or a “barbecue” as those up here call it) with my co-worker Brad (aka Cosmo) and my former boss Brad (aka Brad).  Both men are fantastic friends, great dads, and people I really look up to.  I consider it a true blessing that I’ve been able to work with such solid guys and develop close relationships over the last few years.  We really enjoyed hanging out with them and their families as Cosmo harnessed some of the skills learned while working at Chili’s back in the day to put together some killer fajitas and margaritas (not to mention an absolutely stunning parrot-themed Hawaiian shirt). 

The late night ride home on the train was actually really fun.  Though Miller woke up and was bright eyed the whole way, the tired boy snuggled close to Tracy’s shoulder for most of the way.  I’m pretty sure she wouldn’t have minded if the train went for hours.  Continuing his amazing streak, Miller went right back down to bed when we got home and slept until 7am, at which point we began our weekend routine of a walk in the park, coffee, workout/nap.  Saturday afternoon we grabbed lunch with our neighbors from across the hall and then laid low for a bit before getting ready for the evening festivities.  We had a babysitter for Miller as we went down just before 7pm for a surprise early birthday party for our friend John.  

John’s wife Summer knew how much fun we had at the Overlook Cup at the ping-pong club SPIN.  So she organized a perfect party of burgers at Shake Shack followed by a couple hours of ping ponging.  

Our good buddy Trevor was undoubtedly the ping pong champ, a fact which was even funnier considering I’m pretty sure he was operating at 50% of maximum effort.  

Sunday, of course, was Father’s Day.  It was my first Father’s Day with a little one and I have to admit, it was pretty awesome.  Miller and Tracy went out of their way to make the day special, with a few gifts, tons of quality time, and yet another trip to Blockheads for dinner (2nd time in a week!)  Along with a great church service and time catching up with friends on the phone, and sublime weather, it was a simply perfect day. I think I’ll continue on with this father thing (and can you believe this little man below is ours!). 

Hard to believe - but so amazing.  Just like last weekend.