John's Birthday

John's birthday this year was a 2-day celebration!!  His actual birthday was on a Friday so he opted to take the day off from work for some extra relaxation.  When I got home at lunch he was still in his PJ's and had just finished playing several hours of video games.  Relaxation indeed!!

After having lunch, we decided it was time for him to open his presents from me.  Nala helped too!

Nala gave him herself and lots of licks!

That evening, John wanted to go to Kavika's for dinner and invited some of our friends and family.  Delicous food and a good time was had by all!

Mmmmm .... fresh chocolate chip cookies with Susan and Linda.

Make a wish!

Auntie Cynthia, Christian, Deanna, and Jazmin

Jim, Michelle, Dave, Steph, Amanda, Clay

Deanna and Loryn

Daryl and Pinky

Zoltan, Bill, Ashley, Sam

Philip and Nicole

John definitely had a fun time.  I also had a fun time getting him into bed that night!!  The next morning he had to get up bright and early though to work on the tree in the backyard.  He seemed fine!  After a few hours of hard labor, it was time to open the gifts he received the night before.

That evening Joh thought we were going to the balloon festival in Temecula with Deanna and Loryn, but I had a surprise for him ... dinner at The Melting Pot!  He had never been there and I knew he would love it.  I was right!!!  We had a fantastic meal and look forward to going back for a special occassion. (It's a bit pricey.)

Getting warmed up for our appetizer

Appetizer ~ Spinach Artichoke Cheese fondue

Main course ~ Beef/Chicken/Potstickers/Veggies with Coq au Vin broth (We got a package deal so the meats were sort of a mish-mosh from their regular menu.)

I can hardly wait!

Dessert ~ Chocolate S'mores fondue with everything you could possibly think of to dip in it!

The meal was heavenly!!  We were so full when we left and can't wait to do it again!

John ended up having a fabulous birthday!  Thanks again to everyone to participated in our 2-day celebration.