My wife and son have been away for the past few days. They went on a trip to see some friends of ours. I have too much going on at work to be able to join them.
A few friends have asked if I am enjoying my bachelor time.
It’s ok, but it has given me time in the evening to reflect on life. Also, it confirmed something I have always known; I am extremely fortunate.
I am married to my best friend in the world, and I miss her a lot.
I am Dad to my best buddy in the world, and I miss him a lot.
Now, don’t get me wrong, quiet time is nice now and then. I think we all need quiet time on a regular basis. It is beneficial to have. But, I’m fortunate to be happily married. I’m fortunate to have an amazing boy who calls me Dad.
Got a text from Mom with nothing but a picture, and the word ‘Wow!’ yesterday:
My Dad has been talking about getting a Porsche for as long as I can remember, so I asked if we’d see that in the driveway. Mom replied “Yup, Dad is purchasing it right now. OMG.”
Cracked me up. Glad he finally went and did it.
A couple hours later, I received another text with a picture:
Momma had ladies night out with a few friends last night, so Ian and I went and had some fun at Boomers.
First up, a round of mini-golf. We both got a hole-in-one on the 12th hole!
Next was a race on the cart track. Definitely favorite part of the evening with Ian screaming “this is like real life Mario Kart!!!” as we raced around the track. Even with another car tailing us, we came in first place. Even lapped two other single drivers.
After that, dinner. No comment on the food, but good conversation.
Lastly we finished the night with video games (of course).
This past weekend, the little man had his Cub Scouts Pinewood Derby race. This is an extremely fun event that we’ve looked forward to since last year. Each year, he draws out his plans for the shape of the car, then using a saw and a Dremel (borrowed from my friend Tony) we work on cutting out his racer:
Next is a lot of sanding. He does all of this by hand. I feel it is really important for him to do a lot of the design and work, part of the experience is learning to take pride in the work you put into something. If he designs and helps build a car, then sees his own creation race down the track he can see the results of his own effort.
Next, the little man paints his car. His latest obsession love is LEGO Ninjago, so of course he designed a paint job around that theme. It turned out great too.
Last, he and I work on the wheels and axles. I’m not going to give away any trade secrets here, but let’s just say it is all about ensuring the least amount of resistance when speeding down the track.
Here is a great shot of him and Momma on our way to the races.
Weighing in, adding just the right amount of weight to ensure maximum speed
Ready to check the car in. Once it’s checked in, the pit crew can no longer touch the car!
We had a great time watching his car speed down the track. He won every race he was in!!! Watch him leave the competition in the dust
After round 1, he was a very happy man
We enjoyed watching each race, seeing his efforts continue to speed past other racers. And, at the end of the rounds, he had 1st place in his age group!
and 4th place overall!!!
He even received a nice ribbon for all his hard work.
The Pinewood Derby was a great event again this year and we are looking forward to next year’s race.
Here is a link to the full set of pictures, and a few more videos:
