Thursday, March 8, 2012

Dad and International Women's Day

Cocoa Beach 2009
I didn't realize that March 8th was the International Women's Day holiday until I was in Moscow, Russia studying abroad in 2001.   All I really remember was a party at the program coordinator's home where each lady took a turn sitting in a chair and one of the male students in our group gave us a rose.  It was sweet, but a little awkward. 
Moscow 2001

I find it a little ironic that my dad shares a birthday with International Women's Day.  Growing up 1 of 4 daughters, I became accustomed to people commenting on how it was a pity dad never had a son.  Each of us had boy names (I think I was actually off the hook - but Joseph and Alex were possible names for the younger girls).   We even joked that our two cats growing up were girls.   I remember trying so hard to be interested when dad took me into his "man cave" and showed me how to change the oil in my car.    The truth is we really adored our dad growing up.  I think he had it pretty good.  :)   (sans the clogged shower drain - SORRY dad!)

Anyway - I'm so glad your "man kingdom" is growing with the addition of 3 amazing sons-in-law and 4 gorgeous grandsons - wow!  I don't usually do birthday shout-outs on the blog - but I want to let you know I love you and I hope you have an amazing birthday.  

Colorado 2007


Washington, D.C. 2007
Awkward Family Photo





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