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Wow... Ok.. this birthday was actually pretty rockin'.
Spent a very pleasant afternoon, including a lovely drive to Winters. Russell Boulevard is gorgeous this time of year, and it's a speed my car can handle. Nothing like a relaxing drive through the countryside to lift the spirits.
Had dinner with Dad and Patti at the Buckhorn. I've never eaten there before, and I have to say I was very impressed. During the course of dinner, father presented me with a small package. Opening it carefully, I had to fight back some tears.
It was the Hamilton.
Our family does not have much in the way of treasured heirlooms and priceless antiques, but this watch belonged to my great-grandfather, Roy Ralston. It is not a valuable thing, but having it entrusted to me... Wow.
In any case, entirely too much food was eaten - I shall not have to eat for a week, I think - and pleasant company of family had.
On the way to gaming night, Ran into Dan and Brandi just as they were leaving, and was additionally gifted! A nice card with a cat in a sweater, a Whole Foods gift card, and a lovely pocket edition of the Hobbit!
Spent a very pleasant afternoon, including a lovely drive to Winters. Russell Boulevard is gorgeous this time of year, and it's a speed my car can handle. Nothing like a relaxing drive through the countryside to lift the spirits.
Had dinner with Dad and Patti at the Buckhorn. I've never eaten there before, and I have to say I was very impressed. During the course of dinner, father presented me with a small package. Opening it carefully, I had to fight back some tears.
It was the Hamilton.
Our family does not have much in the way of treasured heirlooms and priceless antiques, but this watch belonged to my great-grandfather, Roy Ralston. It is not a valuable thing, but having it entrusted to me... Wow.
In any case, entirely too much food was eaten - I shall not have to eat for a week, I think - and pleasant company of family had.
On the way to gaming night, Ran into Dan and Brandi just as they were leaving, and was additionally gifted! A nice card with a cat in a sweater, a Whole Foods gift card, and a lovely pocket edition of the Hobbit!