John's Birthday with the Family

This weekend is John's birthday. His brother was in from Houston so we had his birthday celebration this weekend with the whole family out at the Chaney compound.

The menu was quite extensive. There were shrimp appetizers, green bean casserole, mushrooms and twice baked potatoes. Dad got steaks and grilled them for us.

Dad did a great job. The steaks were wonderful. Mom did all the inside cooking. She made us all the wonderful sides.

Meanwhile, Mia was keeping Uncle John entertained.
They were playing catch.
John & Mia playing in the back yard.
David, helping Mia catch.
Come on in boys. It's time for dinner.
Mom & Dad enjoying a relaxing glass of wine from Italy after dinner.
A gift from his nephews - his own Tommy 20!
And now the good part. The birthday serenade and a delicious ice cream cake from Cold Stone.
John, with his new summer buzz cut, is waiting patiently for cake.
Brendan explains to Uncle John why he needs a Blackberry in the third grade.
John & James enjoy their cake. Mmmm..chocolate cake with chocolate chip ice cream and a nice thick layer of chocolate to top it off.
After everyone has had their fill of sugar, craziness ensues. Mia wants to have a picture of her hand....
and the boys begin wrestling on the floor.

Over all it was a fun time.
Happy Birthday, John!