Michael's first Father's Day was just like life - full of unexpected twists, high on the fun factor while also being very tiring. It started off with a yummy, gourmet meal made by Mom - a sausage, mushroom and cheese bread pudding that was high on the scrumptuous factor but surprising low in calorie factor. From there, Daddy got two very nice cards and two very nice gifts; a custom made shirt from NJ, with help from Mom, and a really cool book on 1001 albums you must have. [Needless to say, I do not have all of them, but some!] After gifting, we hit mass transit on our way to Governor's Island, but when it came time to exit the underground, pouring showers decided to kick in. So much for sitting on a blanket in the grass and relaxing! Plan B was to grab a bite and do some shopping, which we did, getting stuff for the kitchen, bathroom and various other knick-knacks that were needed. We headed home to end the day and week as one big happy family. And here's to many, many more happy Father's day.

One of the highlights of the shopping day was stopping in New York's "best toy store", whose name I have since forgotten. [So much for endorsements!] There Daddy got a kazoo and Nicholas got a little maraca, and together they try to make wonderful music. Take a look.