We had a great party with our families. Ashley, Brandon and Jane are home from Hawaii and it was wonderful to see them again. With all the cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents, we had 20 people here!
Brad wanted cioppino for dinner and I was a little apprehensive about making it until he told me Central Market sells the soup base and all you have to do is add the seafood. It was excellent. I added scallops, shrimp, clams, and cod. Delicioso! We also had grilled chicken, two big salads, yummy bread, and for dessert, German Chocolate cake (from scratch!)
This could be an interesting year for Brad. He's still trying to decide which direction to take his career. Some big changes could be on the horizon! I'm excited for him and the possiblities he has before him. I feel so blessed to have a husband who takes such good care of our family and I'm happy to support him in whatever he decides. Here's to another amazing 40 years!
Mmmmmm . . . I LOVE cioppino! Can you email me the brand of the soup base (and where to find it in the store)? I think I'll make it for dinner tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteOh, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY Brad! Here's to 40 more years; I hope we get to share them with you. (Since you & Nathan seem to be graying at about the same rate, let's see which of you goes bald first.) :-)