Shaun and Keith have become surf partners this past year. They like to hit the waves early morning in Santa Cruz, surf until the afternoon breeze comes in and then head to Grandma Mills house to do some yard work for her. This week I tagged along and had a great morning walking the beach and reading my book while they surfed. After their yard work, we treated ourselves to an early dinner and Fudruckers.
My Braces are still in place. I haven't gotten use to them yet. I'll be getting fall out from this meal for the next few hours until I can brush my teeth when I get home. I think all parents should have braces so that they can sympathize with their kids; I never realized what a trial they are.
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It was a really hot day and we couldn't resist the $1 ice cream cones.
Pralines and Cream
Shaun opted for the cookies and cream shake. What happened to the Butters and Mills tradition of only getting the best and most economical deal.
ROOT BEER BREWING IN CERES!
Shaun has taken up Grandpa Sherman's legacy of root beer brewing.
The last batch Shaun made got left in the trunk of the Camry after a family get together and exploded the next day while Jenna and Riley were driving home from church, They didn't know what had hit them. It was later that day we discovered the four Ikea bottles in bits and pieces along with a root beer soaked trunk. It was a mess, but smelled great; probably Shaun's most potent batch yet!
This batch was prepared especially for the fourth of July. Shaun didn't even need to use Grandpa's light to keep it warm. It was nearly 100 degrees in the garage that week.
Shaun keeps twicking the recipie using Riley and Connor as taste testers. They like the the sweeter more yeasty versions. Shaun plans on expanding his production when he gets the recipe just right. He has discovered that Root Beer making can be a dangerous business with the car explosion last month and nearly loosing his finger this week when he opened a bottle top with his bare hands. The lid grazed his fingers as it rocketed off the top and hit the wall two rooms away. The bang was so loud, my head rang. I am staying clear of his openings from now on.
The Butters Family Tradition Continues
Shaun's Birthday July 6th, 2013
The Sushi Garden
Now that the kids are older, we have a tradition of choosing where they'd like to go and eat for their Birthday dinner. Shaun chose his favorite "The Sushi Garden."
This little restraunt only seats about 30 and we had to wait in line so long we finally opted for the Sushi Bar instead of a table. It was a lot of fun watching the sushi chef work his magic all night, it was world class entertainment. Shaun enjoys making sushi himself and now knows all the tricks of the trade.
Shaun chose his favorite "Rainbow Roll" and we had to take a picture it looked so beautiful.
Riley's roll was a little unconventional; smoked salmon, cream cheese and the traditional sushi ingredients deep fried. It was called a Phillidelphia Roll. All of us agreed, that his was the best! I wonder what a traditional sushi chef would think of this combination.
Connor enjoyed his pot stickers, california roll and teriaki chicken. With a few chop stick lesson from Riley he was able to eat his entire meal with proficiency, even though he wouldn't try the raw fish. Maybe we'll have another oriental elder in a few years.
The food was great, but the company was far better! It is so much fun to have adult children. They are my best friends. Life just keeps getting better and better.
The managment somehow figured out that it was Shaun's birthday and served this special birthday plate without the imbarresment of singing. My favorite were the ice cream balls covered with Mochi. I think that we'll be going back for more of those.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHAUN!
No cake or candles for Shaun. Instead we celebrated with his favorite ice cream bars from Costco; double dipped with extra nuts. It doesn't get much better than this.
Heavy Heavy Hang Over. Traditions don't die easily in our family even in adulthood.
Shaun got some strange gifts: Goat cheese, crackers, pineapple licorice, piano music, clothes and a funnel for his root beer brewing.
It is hard to believe that our family started with this great guy 29 years ago. I can remember his first birthday when his favorite toy was a wind up train. He was so excited with it, he wouldn't unwrap any of his other presents. Shaun has been a great son and wonderful brother. We look forward to celebrating a great many more birthdays with him.
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