Saturday 8:00 - Haircut with Blake at Tiger Barber
Blake had a deep conversation with his barber about Halloween, and we got to have a race to the finish. Blake finished his cut first and earned extra pennies for bubble gum. Big props to Tiger Barber on 9th Street.
Saturday 10:00 - Marko at the House
My brother came in from Denver this weekend to watch the Mizzou game and catch up with friends. He hung out with us for a couple hours in the morning. The kiddos loved tackling him and showing off their Lego Star Wars skills (they are quite good). Good to see the little brother again.
Saturday 12:00 - Living Canvas
I got my first tattoo (pics coming once healing is complete) and had a great time with my wife and Laurie and Erick Creach, all of whom added ink to their exterior. Surprise visit by the VanDykes topped off the afternoon, as did valuable discussion of the parlor's choice of artwork in the waiting room. (My personal favorite: Inappropriate Blue Frog)
Saturday 4:00 - Tin Can Bar & Grill
Had a mediocre dinner and great discussion with aforementioned group. They serve beer in cans and a WIDE variety of food (wings, pot roast, chicken fried steak, and probably stir fry if you ask). I'd suggest a more focused menu.
Saturday 6:00 - 30 degrees at Faurot Field
Walked from downtown to the game. It was a blast...and freezing. Drunk guys nearby added to the game's entertainment value. Hearing the "Z-O-U" from 35,000 people on the other half of the stadium still gives me goosebumps every time. Loved it.
Saturday 8:00 - 72 degrees at Home
We wimped out at halftime and finished the game in the comfort of our living room. We weren't alone, as evidenced by the TV shots of the crowd in the second half. Hot chocolate, cookies, and warmth made it a great decision.
Sunday 3:00 - Hollywood Theater Birthday Party
To top off the weekend, Madilyn celebrated her 8th birthday party at the theater. She invited a few other girls, chaperoned by two strapping gents (Blake and me, both newly haircutted). After cake eating and present opening in the party room (yep, they have one - it's awesome), we enjoyed High School Musical 3 on the big screen. Huge props to Hollywood Theater for taking care of screaming girls running amok in their establishment all afternoon. Highly recommended for your next b-day party.
Not to give away the HSM3 plot, but Troy and Gabriella have some minor relational conflict that turns out OK in the end. Insert funny guys and lots of music and dancing, and you get a nice close to the gang's career at East High.
(Note: Yes, I know High School Musical. I have a 2nd grade girl in the house. And of the range of things she could be asking me to participate in, this one is a pretty easy give.)
So there you have it. A full Columbia-themed weekend with family and friends. Good times, good friends, good memories.
3 comments:
Great times! I would only change the eating location, but what are you gonna do? Eating downtown on a game day is tough.
That is a fabulous picture of six sweet little girls. It makes me excited for when those things start to happen in our house. :)
It's been amazing to see the girls grow up. Now they're writing their own birthday cards to each other and choosing the gifts themselves.
I can't believe we've already done eight birthday parties. It's a cheezy cliche 'cause it's true: Time Flies.
It seems a fun weekend was had by all!
Fancy running into you at a tatoo parlor...
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