We don’t do a lot of balloons and fanfare for birthdays around our house, but we do celebrate the lives of those we love with a birthday dinner and that’s what we did for my dad last Sunday, the 14th for his 86th birthday. I wanted to host at my house this time, since we just finished up the porch and it only seemed fitting to have the party right there on the porch, enjoying the fruits of our labor. Last year, I wrote a whole post about my sweet Daddy, so if you missed that, go back and catch up. I know he has a lot of fans on my blog!
I finally got my dad on video too, so don’t miss that at the end of the post, it’s a good one! Short and sweet!
We decided to do a simple Summer fare of hamburgers on the grill. I just got a new grill out on my little deck and it’s cute as can be. Thanks to my Lowes giftcards, I was able to get myself a grill just the right size.
I wanted to share my dad actually relaxing now that most of the porch is done and it was a happy day to be able to gather on my new porch and eat a meal together outside. Dad was enjoying his iced tea.
Southern style, on the porch in the rocking chair.
I brought a box fan out there to add some breeze to the day, but it actually ended up being a nice and breezy day after all. Very comfortable on the porch. My dad likes how I decorated the porch, but he thinks I have way too much stuff out there. I told him I love it just like it is and he’s glad for that! He just wouldn’t want it on his porch.
Here’s my new little Char-Broil grill from Lowes. It’s a perfect fit out here, just the right size for me and my little deck.
My brother-in-law, Bruce, was manning the grill for me. He’s a pro at grilling!
My sister, Renee and my roommate, Rhonda, relaxing and talking. Renee brought Buster, their Boston Terrier over to play with Cody and they got along great.
Here’s Cody, the rascal dog and he belongs to Rhonda. He loves me and waits for me to get up every morning! Isn’t he a cutie? He’s a Bichon/Yorkie mix and really fun.
We had all the fixins ready for hamburgers, with fresh sliced homegrown tomatoes.
Mom and dad fixing their plate. Do ya’ll say “fixing your plate”. I know that is a Southern thing, but that’s what we say around here. It probably makes no sense to anyone else but us.
Eating around the table. We had hamburgers, roasted in the oven red herbed potatoes, cole slaw, and peach cobbler with vanilla ice cream for dessert. Yes, it was yummy!
Renee and Rhonda wishing I wouldn’t take their pic while they were eating. You can see by the striped curtain what a breezy day it was.
Bruce and Renee.
That delish peach cobbler that my mom made. I know you all are going to want her recipe, so I promise I’ll find out how she makes her peach cobbler. It really is so good!
Peach cobbler and vanilla ice cream.
Dad is a sweet-aholic and really enjoys his desserts and my mom happily obliges his sweet tooth.
Dad and mom laughing on the way out the door. They were headed up to their mountain house for a few days to work in the garden up there and enjoy some time on their mountain house porch.
Happy Birthday to the best man I’ve ever known, my sweet Daddy! I took a short little video of him on the spur of the moment, so you all can see the personality behind the still pics. He’s quite the character, our dad and can make everyone laugh at the drop of a hat. Enjoy the video!
Happy birthday to your Dad. I love to read your posts particularly when your parents are out and about helping out with big and little jobs. May you and yours always be blessed.
What a delightful day! Your mom and dad are amazing! Happy Birthday to your wonderful dad! I love that he “discovered America”- too cute! Rhoda, the love in your family shows! What a blessing you are to each other!
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!! Your sweet Daddy acts so very much like my Daddy used to act,never meets a stranger,full of spunk and just the sweetest Southern gentleman!!!!!God Bless you and your loved ones!!! Vicki from Lawrenceville Georgia
Happy 86th, Daddy! You remind me so much of my own dad, carpenter skills and all!
I was born and raised on Long Island, and we also “fix our plates.” But I have a girlfriend who is always “making a party.” Still sounds odd to me . . . .
Hi Rhoda, glad to see your dad enjoyed his special birthday with his wife and daughters, God has been gracious to them and i also love a homecooked dinner for a birthday. Loved hearing your southern accents. Best wishes from the tippy tip of Africa (Cape Town).
Your Daddy is absolutely precious, Rhoda, and I love finally putting a voice with his face…it was as Southern and wonderful as I imagined! 🙂 I know you know how lucky you are to have him and your sweet Mama! Every time I see what new project he’s helped you with, I always want to ask if he is “for hire!” 🙂 Thanks for sharing his special day! I’m fixing to get my boys off to football camp. We’re always “fixing to” do something around here! I’m a Georgia girl, too! 😉
He’s a sweetie! Happy Birthday and what a wonderful family you have! (Great grill, too!) We also say fix a plate here but my folks are not native to the West Coast. Wishing you many more relaxing days on your porch!
Dear Rhoda,
You are blessed to still have your sweet father. Celebrate every moment because each one is a special occasion; a chance to express love and gratitude.
Happy Birthday to your father!
Your Friend,
Deborah
I loved the pictures and video. How lucky and blessed you are to have your parents close by and in good health. Happy birthday wishes to your dad. Thank you for sharing 🙂
Happy Birthday to your daddy !! He is wonderful ! Cherish every moment with him ! (I miss my daddy so very much !!)
Oh yeah – we say here in Texas “fixing my plate, fixing your plate, gonna fix the kids plates” LOL
When you talked about saying, Fixing…it brought a smile to my face. My grandfather, my mothers father, was from Kentucky. That was something he would say. As a young girl I loved it when our family from the South would visit. I always wanted to talk like them. But, I am a California girl and just hasn’t worked out that way. 🙂
Your porch is amazing. I hope you continue to enjoy many more Birthday’s with your family there.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you SIR! You and your daughter have been an inspiration to me. 🙂 I know the Lord as my Savior and am so glad that yall speak freely of His blessings to yall! God bless you!
What a sweet man. Happy Birthday! You are a blessed woman to still have your parents with you, enjoy them.
Thanks for sharing the video of your Dad. I pray I have 1/2 of his energy and skills at 86. You are truly blessed.
Rhoda, your parents looks so great together! Happy Birthday to your precious daddy. It was great to see the video and get a glimpse into his true personality. Your family is a treasure, for sure! So happy you all were able to celebrate on your new porch and enjoy the fruits of your labor. God bless you all!
Everyone should have a Dad like yours!!!
Happy Belated Birthday wishes to him!!!
Thanks for sharing!!!
Happy belated birthday to your dad! He seems very sweet and reminds me of my dad and grandfather.
Great video! Wishing your Dad a very, very Happy Birthday. 🙂 Diane
Oh I loved hearing your dad and you…Happy Birthday to him! I know you say it a lot, but you are really blessed with your parents.
Thanks for sharing your dad’s birthday with all of us, felt like I was there with you all. Sure would have loved to have some of those homegrown tomatoes!! What a wonderful man and such a blessing to you and your family.