We had a wonderful Fourth of July weekend. The rain that has pounded us for the past month finally gave way to sunny skies on Saturday. I got to enjoy city fireworks Thursday evening and again on Saturday night. They were beautiful and I always say they know how to make a birthday girl smile. Another year of love, life and happiness.
My husband took me shopping on my birthday and out to dinner. We ate in the German Village of Columbus. There is a lot of heritage there and history. It has been preserved with cobblestone streets,Tutor style homes and German restaurants. I have to laugh because we ate at an Irish pub. What can I say my mother was Irish and my dad German. The best of both worlds all in one place. The food was excellent. We visited a book store there that has over 500,000 books. It is in an old house with many nooks and crannies. The courtyard leading into the store was beautifully adorned with flowers that were thriving heartily from all the rain. I wished I would of had my camera. For now my memories will have to suffice.
I have been spending as much time as possible with my dad, as we count down the days to surgery. I asked him many questions on Saturday about his life and family. He is one of twelve siblings and is the oldest of the three that are still alive. We had fun talking about his life and how he was taught to always enjoy life. His advice to me was always have fun and be happy. He said he was always happy and loved people. I think his secret is forgiveness. He said to keep my husband out of trouble, as he laughed. LOL!
We had fun at a family reunion the last weekend in June. It was my dad's family. My aunt who is still living is just as funny as my dad and has a very healthy attitude of life. She said she came from a strong family and that my dad was probably giving the doctors heck, as she laughed. She told me he was lucky to have me for a daughter. I told her of course, I learned only the best from him. I am the lucky one, because as far as I am concerned he is the greatest dad ever.
We live each day to the fullest and we know that what ever happens that we are the lucky ones to have a dad who cares to give the very best.... Hallmark cards!
And yes indeed, it was a beautiful card that brought smiles and tears to my face. Thank you dad.
Life is beautiful !!
Elizabeth:)
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