Daddy's Birthday Celebration

On Friday, my loving husband Derrick turned 49 years young. And to celebrate this special day, we started off with a delicious steak dinner (T-Bone steak, asparagus, mashed potatoes and some News Castle beer) the night before. Nothing is better than to fall asleep with a full belly and wake up a year older. 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, my Love!!! You are one terrific and special guy and we wish you only the best for the year ahead. Lots of love from your 3 dearest!

We didn't plan a big party or special event but rather celebrated together with our birthday boy all day long. We wanted to make the most of his special day by showing him how much we cherish and love him.  Thus, bright and early the kids woke up their daddy with balloons and a card made by Amelia.

Downstairs, we had strung a few birthday decorations and had some wrapped gifts waiting for him. 

Derrick didn't really wanted anything for his birthday except some exercise resistance bands and to spend the day with his family. So we made sure he enjoys his day with us and eats well. Nonetheless, it is no birthday until you unwrap at least a couple of gifts. Especially when a cute 3-year is helping you. 

Amelia is testing out Daddy's birthday gift. 

And I made him this special t-shirt ( I designed, traced and painted it) because Amelia loves to call him "Captain Daddy".

We sang happy birthday and Derrick blew out his birthday candle that was atop this yummy chocolate fudge cake with chocolate ganache and toffee candy Amelia and I made him.

After our morning celebration, Derrick and Amelia headed out to scoop out some boat launches while Elliot took a nap at home. For lunch, we enjoyed Chili's takeout in the sunshine on our patio while the kids played in the backyard. We spent most of the afternoon outside because the weather was just perfect. Once the kids were sound asleep, I treated my husband to a smorgasbord of Tapas-style appetizers (we decided to splurge on good food instead of expensive gifts) and a nice glass of wine and then enjoyed a relaxing evening at home.

It was the perfect ending to a perfect little birthday bash. Derrick, we are so happy that we were able to celebrate with you because you are the best husband and daddy we could have ever wished for. May this year be the best one yet. We love you!