Never Forget

Birthdays, today is Dani's and Aunty Avocado's. You weren't around yet when 9/11 happened. I remember what I was doing. I was getting up getting ready for classes at UC Berkeley. It's the only UC that was in session when it happened. I had economics and history classes that day. I didn't have a picture of Aunty Avocado, but here's a picture of you when you met her...

Daddy is so good to you. You asked me why I'm so good to you. You may not remember or understand, but I'm good to you because it's my responsibility. I'm your father and you didn't ask to be here. It's my responsibility to do my best to give you a good life. It's your responsibility to be a good person and take care of yourself. Lesson for today. Make sure to take care of your responsibilities. If something doesn't get done, it's rarely because you can't. It's usually because you don't want to enough...

The Beginning

Or your journey to the PGA Tour? I did think about that briefly as I was watching you. You told me you loved golf as we were walking. Before you even tried it. Unfortunately, after you got home you didn't like it anymore. I wonder if it's because you dropped your popsicle. One of the coaches is nice, the other one is stern, but not mean. I really hope you take on golfing. It will be something we can enjoy together.

You don't have to though. Like I've always said, I just want you to be independent, happy, and a good person. That doesn't need to involve golf. Although, they say golf is a useful skill and can teach you a lot of good life skills too. I know you "try". Thank you. I appreciate that. Lesson for today. Don't knock things before you've given them a few tries. Except eating poop. You don't need to try that...

Swim Time

Audible (football started today). Instead of a pool pic, you asked for this picture. I'm going to try to stay away from gambling. It's part of my 5 year plan. That's my lesson for you today. Don't gamble. Have fun and save your money. Then you can print out as many stuff as you want. Even in 3D. I wonder what happened to those 3D pens I bought.

You didn't do great today at your new swimming class, but you did okay. It's a new teacher and classmates. I hope you make some new progress. It seemed like you were doing the same things today, but one girl in your class was doing a lot. That gives me hope. I know you don't like it, so I appreciate you going and trying. Even though I hate bribing you. $1.75 is worth it each time.

 

Movie Night featuring Mommy

Mommy really wanted to go, so we had to let her go. Unfortunately, she slept in the front seat most of the time. It was just Team Boba Milk Tea. I hope you enjoyed your time tonight. I will not give away your popcorn. Now we know that we should expect to be home after 1030P when going to the drive in. Glad it wasn't too busy. Wasn't it nice to have your toilet next to your seat? LOL.

We're always trying to find new things and ways to spend time together. I hope you appreciate it. They say that I'll only have 19 years with you. The first 18 in a row. The last year will be spread out throughout the rest of your life. I was sooooo tired today, but I made it through. Today's lesson, if something is important enough, you can make it happen. If not, it wasn't important enough. #noexcuses

Home Cooking

We made it home. Mommy is sleeping, but Team Boba Milk Tea is in action. You got up early today. Sorry. It must be the jet lag. Maybe it's real. Thanks for eating well recently. It'll help you grow big and strong. Also sorry we overslept and didn't get to see the movie or Tao today. It's going to be hot tomorrow, but we'll try to go.

I hope you adjust well back to So tomorrow. It's been a while since we've had a long time away from So. You still talk about Champions. 

Funny story. I said something about Team Boba and Daddy and you said what about mommy. You told me that you told me in Portugal that mommy is on our team too. That's really sweet of you. I am optimistic about your emotional intelligence.

Home Bound

Sorry you couldn't spend more time with your cousins in Long Beach. Unlike your cousins from Buffalo, you actually get along well with these ones. Ziggy is really your brother. Dynamic Duo. Smash Bros. I hope you develop a good relationship with him and take care of each other. 

At least you got a lot of sleep. It was interrupted, but it was a lot. You had a lot of energy. It really is tough for mommy and daddy, but I hope you keep that energy your whole life. Don't let life get you down. Get up and go. That's my lesson for today. It's not how many times you get knocked, it's how many times you get up. Jab, cross!

Last Night In Portugal

Sorry that it's going to your last beach for a while. I don't think we currently have any future beach plans. Also sorry that you're gonna have rough sleep for the next day or so (and possibly more). I hope you enjoyed your time here. I tried my best to make it fun for you. That's today's lesson. Just because you're not having a good time, doesn't mean you need to ruin others' time. I always make sure the people at work think I like them and think everything is okay. 

You did good overall. I saved you from busting your head like Viet Nam by the gelato fountain. Which reminds me that I need better slippers (non slip) and better sunglasses (not see through). Anyhow, I'm sure you're happy to be home. We'll be home soon. Lucas and Finley won't be able to make fun of you anymore. However, it's important that you learn to ignore people too...