Daddy's Day!

We love our dads so very much and wish we could be with them to celebrate today, but unfortunately we're down in Cali enjoying the sunny weather. In honor of this day and our fathers we wanted to share some memories of dear ol' dad.

Lets start with Chris.

Dad always treated me like I could do anything and not like some girly girl.

He taught me how to skin a deer, I hung on to the skin for tension while he worked at getting the rest off.

He taught me to NOT throw like a girl (thanks dad, Dominic loves you for this one and will take pointers when it comes to any girls we may have)

He taught me how to change my oil (this was a requirement before I could get a driver's license)

He bought me many tools and made sure I knew how to use them. This one came in handy when we bought our lovely house as we have completely redone all the outlets, lighting fixtures, and I even disconnected the hot tub on my own. So many people have told me that I am the luckiest girl because I'm never afraid of doing 'guys stuff' and I have you to thank!

I must say the number one thing you've tried to teach me is patience and I'm still working on that one but it's coming along more now that I'm married

-Shawna

And we can't forget Tim:

My biggest memories with my father revolve around sports. Mariners and Seahawks games in the Kingdome and later at Safeco anf Quest. Sonics games, fishing at Whootan Lake, Chelan and out on the Ocean. He made the trek to Seattle to see all my games in High School. And made many trips out to Ithaca to see me play in College. He taught me to compete and to always push myself to be the best that I can be.

I also had the privlage to work with him at the store for a couple of years, and I know that nobody is more dedicated or works harder than he does. My dad is a fighter, which has helped him survive many life-threatening illnesses. The day he was diagnosed with skin cancer he told me in his office "Many times in my life I have lost, But I have never been beaten." I have taken those words to heart and know that is the best lesson he ever has given me. I strive to never give up in anything I do. I love you Dad, sorry that we couldn't be there to celebrate with you. Happy Fathers Day!

-Dominic