Fish Fry-Day & Surprise Par-Day

I know it's been a while. I've had one heck of a week with my computer. Still busted...making horrible noises and my pictures are not accessible. But I did have some of these pictures on my camera so will update a few tonight and then the rest tomorrow as this is taking me too long to do and I'm getting crabby (ut oh!)

FISH FRY FRY-DAY: These pictures above are from a fish fry my dad and Carol had at the boat on Fry-day, July 11th with all of the Richards' clan & families. It was a GREAT turn out and we were all stuffed with deep fried mushrooms, potatoes, walleye, and northern before the *S.L.C.'s rolled through and we all took shelter in the laundry room at the docks. You do know know that the safest room in the house is the laundry room, right? Especially if filled with Tide and towels. Well, we had fun in there and got a group picture with some stranger (far left), and that was the highlight of the evening! Good stuff.

*What is an S.L.C.? (NO, not Salt Lake City) Well, Matt and I were watching a weather station in Missouri and the weather guy kept saying it on the TV. Finally he told us the "secret" letters stood for Scary Looking Clouds and since it is so technical, we use the term all the time. Go ahead, you can too if you'd like.

SURPRISE PAR-DAY (FOR THE OLD DUDE): On July 12th my dad turned 60 and therefore got one heck of a party at the boat dock. Great friends and great food were present and it was a very good time. There were margaritas (and plenty of them) and lots of laughter the entire night with friends and family that came from everywhere to see dad on his special day. Hope you had a fantastic birthday dad!!! We love you.

Thanks to all of you for coming to the parties. As always, it is wonderful to be surrounded by good people. It meant a lot that you all came and we appreciate all of you!!! The real "Thank you's" go to Carol, Dea, Sarah, Joe & their families for all of the help putting the party together and making it a success. Awesome job all!!!