Ammon’s dad celebrated his 57th Birthday on March 2nd. However, we celebrated with him on the Saturday after. He came up to Salem so we could celebrate at one of his favorite restaurants, Chang’s Mongolian Grill. All of his kids and grandkids joined him to celebrate during dinner and then we went back to Laura’s house for birthday dessert!
I didn’t get a great picture of Dad during his birthday celebration…but that really doesn’t surprise me. Though he is quite a funny guy, he often takes a back seat to the things going on. Even when the party is for him!
When I married into the Farris family I have to say that I was a bit overwhelmed at the father-in-law I was gaining. Absolutely the opposite from my own dad, he was a little rough around the edges, quick with snide comments and full of practical jokes…I was cautious.
Over the years I have learned that Dad teases you if he likes you (that was a helpful hint from my husband), and now after 13 years of being part of the family, I know that Dad is one of the most loyal, loving and caring men I know. He wouldn’t want you to know that though…and might get irritated that I posted it on my blog. He is always helping his kids; building them furniture, going fishing (and baiting hooks), he loves hiking and camping (not only for the fun of it…but to be with you). He adores his grandchildren and spoils them just as much (or sometimes more than) Mom. Trips to the “pop store,” fishing, playing in the backyard with the little motorized jeep he keeps charged.
His birthday this year was just another day…and one that is usually out shadowed by his granddaughter’s birthday each year…which I hate to say happened again. But I DO celebrate HIM! A great man and wonderful Dad!
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