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Hey Hey! Had a delightful Father's Day for the most part :) Worked a busy 9am-5pm shift, followed by  dinner with my familia. Got a hand-made card of Mia's hands in the shape of a heart. Plus, a gift for Mia for myself. A little Penguins 3rd jersey for her to wear. Jill KNEW I wanted it for our little one and I can't wait to get a photo of her in it! She'll be ready for September when hockey starts up :)

Boy it's been hot this week. I've been getting tons of complaints at work "oh it's SOOO hot, this sucks" I'm sorry but I'll take heat over snow any day of the week. So Summerfest is coming up next week. It's been quite a while since we've attended. There's been a lot of great bands but I just don't have the time or patience. To get a great spot, you really have to get there early. Like, 3 hours maybe 4 early. I've been there early and to be honest, it's incredibly boring waiting and waiting and waiting. I've stood in the rain a few times waiting for Alkaline Trio and A.F.I. Both great amazing shows. This year, there are 4 amazing bands playing that I most likely won't be able to see. Ben Folds Five is playing this year, which is absolutely amazing. Seeing the original band would be something else to take in and enjoy. I can't imagine how insane the crowd will be. The Promise Ring, another recently reunited group that would be great to see. I saw them in their earlier years at Summerfest with my sister and it was a great experience in front row.

Now, if you're going to the Fest with just the intentions to drink and enjoy the food and walk around the grounds, and it happens to be the day the Hives are playing, you really need to catch them. They are the essence of rock and roll. Their live show is something everyone should catch when they can, and Summerfest is the perfect place to do it. Howlin' Pele, their front men makes the crowd beg for more songs. As I type, I'm remembering the time we saw them at the Rave and how much fun it was. Easily one of the best shows I've seen there. Last but not least, the Smoking Popes are playing this year and I absolutely love them. Great live performers, and they pack the set list full of songs. There, I'm done. Hahaha.

Mia actually was saying "dadda" and "daddy" today which made me feel quite good, since she says "MOM" and "Momma" a lot. She had a doctor appt today. Nothing worse then taking your kid in for shots. Especially if it's three of them. Post-shots, she's always fine. A little tender on the legs, but fine overall. Next one's are 18 months. Should be walking very well on her own by then. She does well now but gets nervous at times and likes to hold on to one finger. I truly am a lucky man. I may complain about work and the stress of current situations, but there's nothing like having this little family always on my mind. My little girl and my always-adoring wife. Nothing could be better.

That's it for now. :)