Family,
And a good Sunday afternoon to you from the Queen City. First off, HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to all the dad's out there - I certainly hope it's been as special as mine. Today has been, hands down, and of THE BEST days I've had in a long time - just a perfect, happy day with my girls. How does one describe their first Father's Day? There are no words, but if I had to draw a comparison, I'd say it's like my birthday, the opening round of the NCAA tournament, opening weekend of SEC football, winning back to back fire bets at the craps table, and Christmas morning all rolled into one.
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| Move over Paula Dean! |
It really has been a perfect, happy weekend. Thursday night we had friends in town and got a chance to catch up for the first time in more than 6 months. Friday night I had some quality bonding time with the munchkin, and then Muffin Puffin showed up with some chocolate orange IPA as a treat (no better way to kick off a Friday night). Yesterday we had a great afternoon with friends on the lake, where the munchkin was a bit challenging but still very well behaved all the same. And again, my wife was an angel and did the lion's share of the feeding/burping/changing while I drank Buckshot Amber and enjoyed the pool and the hot tub. Again - I lead a guuuuuuuuuud life. :-) But I would be remiss if I didn't note that K CLEARLY HATES THE STEELERS. Seriously - my buddy Hitman and his wife bought K this CUTE little Steelers onesie, which she has completely OBLITERATED WITH FECES both times she's worn it. This last time we managed to save it twice, but after her FOURTH DEUCE IN 40 MINUTES, she ultimately one the battle and we were forced to change her. I mean, she CAN'T be a Ravens fan, right? Oh dear...
And then there's today - my FIRST Father's Day. I was definitely excited in the days leading up to it, as it was the day I was officially "moving the tassle" and changing columns from "son" to "father and son." And obviously I've been a dad for 3.5 months at this point, so it's not like it hasn't hit me yet how blessed I am and how much I'm LOVING being a parent and having a family. But let me tell you - when you walk into your daughter's room to wake her up on your first Father's Day and find her awake, waiting patiently, and then see her smile when your face pops over the crib, your heart just melts all over, and it hits you how truly blessed you are in life. A beautiful daughter who recognizes your face and coos as you feed her, a beautiful wife who's also your best friend who is always there for you and won't let you do ANY housework on your big day, and a house that truly feels like a home. I couldn't ask for anything more - life is PERFECT.
Kaitlyn slept 11 hours last night, and I've gotten to feed her twice today (definitely my favorite activity). We've got plans for a nice walk today, followed by (hopefully) some pool time for daddy, bath time for the munchkin, and then TV time for the adult constituency of Team Taylor. Even if I don't get any of the above, today's already been so spectacular that I wouldn't dream of complaining. I'M A FATHER!!!! How on EARTH did that happen?
And now if you'll excuse me - the minutes are flying by, and I don't want to miss a second of this day with my girls.
Chat soon - HAPPY FATHER'S DAY TO ALL, especially my dad - Sammie Kyle Taylor, III.
Love,
Sam and Jenny
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