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!
Thanks for sharing your precious family gathering to celebrate your Daddy. My husband and I are both orphans and we sure miss our parents at family get togethers.
Oh Rhoda, what a wonderful post and video. So nice to hear your voices and to “visit” for a few moments on your Dad’s birthday.
What a hoot! And a whole sack of fun!! You ave a terrific family and friends. ((Hugs)) to all.
oh dear rhoda… how absolutely precious! made my heart so happy to hear and see!
happy birthday to your sweet daddy…
happy days to sweet and precious YOU.
love always,
kim
Oh my, he’s precious! Happy birthday to him. I love putting a voice with a face:) Thanks for sharing!
Your daddy is adorable! What an upbeat guy to be around! I bet he keeps y’all in stitches. Hope he had a great birthday. Thanks for sharing your celebration. Have a great week.
Blessings,
Nici
P.S. I say “fixin'” a lot…”I’m fixin’ to fix my plate.” 😉 Love that Southernese.
We absolutely say “fixing our plates”, but then I live in TX.
Nothing better to me on my birthday either than home grilled burgers! Your daddy is a real jewel and you are so lucky to have him. Thanks for sharing your family day with us.
We say “fixin our plates” too. Your dad is precious. What a great man and day to celebrate. Happy Birthday “dad”!
We say “fixin” for a lot of things. I live in S. Louisiana. We’re “fixin to go”, “fixin to eat”, “fixin our plates”!!
Happy Birthday to your sweet Daddy! He is just precious. I loved getting to see him and hear him talk. We say “fixing your plate” too! The porch looks beautiful.
love your dad♥
I live in Kansas City and we say fixin’ your plate as well. Your dad is adorable! My dad is 83 yrs old and you’d never guess it. He’s very active in the garden too.
touching, touching, touching…….your dad brightens my day!
and isn’t cody cute!!!
What a darling & a character too! Wish the men in my family had the building talent your Dad has. He is adorable. Happy bday to him…..here in Oklahoma we say fixin’ to……ha!
Made my heart sing to see that video of your precious daddy! Oh, he’s such a joy! As well as your momma.
Sweet tea on a summer day, with family, honoring a life, it’s the best. We always have family dinners for each birthday as well. Bless his heart!
Hi, Rhoda – Love your new porch and your dad. What a great sport to do the video, too. He is definitely a keeper. I know you must truly appreciate him and all of his talent with home projects. The porch turned out just fabulous and I don’t think you have too much stuff out there! 🙂 Keep up the terrific work you two do!
Such sweethearts. I know you realize just how blessed you are with such very special parents. Happy birthday to your dad! :o)
Oh my – your dad is just such a character. It’s funny how nice it is to hear someone’s voice to put to their face and get a sense of the person he is. I’ve loved following along you and him through all your house renovations and if I can have half of his energy when I get to 86, I’d be happy. Wish your dad a very Happy Birthday from all his fans up in Canada.
I’m so glad you had a great Birthday, Daddy! Your family is lucky to have you, and you are lucky to have them. Your work on the house these past months is magical. It’s all so beautiful.
Your dad is a blessing, thank you for sharing him.
How often have I answered, “Yes, I’m fixin to go fix my plate”, to my mom.
Your grill should win an award for cutest.
Garden & Be Well, XO Tara