30 Father's Days

Today was the 30th Father's Day since my daddy left us.  It hit me in church as I heard my oldest singing.  He never knew my kids or my sister's.  He never knew Jessica or me as adults.

I know it probably sounds silly, and I can't believe it sometimes, but even after all these years, I miss him a LOT and it hurts sometimes still.  I have held it in today like I do most of the time when it hurts, but I wondered as we stood together, the five of us- what would our daddy think of us girls?  What we he think about his grandchildren and son-in-laws?

I miss him.  I can't believe it's been 30 years- how did that happen?  Man, that sounds like a long time!!!

Happy Father's Day Daddy.

Rob's Special Day

Barbara saw this idea on the net somewhere, so she and Matthew put their money together and made this candy card for Rob.   It's cute and he was pleasantly surprised.  Of course, Matthew is especially happy because he'll be eating the candy I'm sure. :)

My best friend :)

 I found a video and recipe for this- Zebra Cake.  OH. MY. WORD.  This was so simple and so delicious!!!!  Matthew and I had a fun time making the whipped cream and layering it all together and of course, licking the beaters and bowl. :)  I thought it looked good, and since the recipe had some history behind it, I thought it'd be neat for Rob (a history teacher).  This recipe was a World War II recipe women used as it was ration-friendly. 

 It was sooooo good. :)  Barbara asked me if we can make more tonight. :) :) :)