A Night in Havana

We hosted a Cuban-inspired party last weekend to celebrate Ty's 33rd birthday.  The weather held out for us so we were able to host on the deck - our first outdoor party in this house!  I am always a little nervous when we host because "our" group of friends is a melting pot of sorts; I worry people will not know others and, thus, feel uncomfortable.  But, being the great friends and amazing people they are, everyone got along just fine, like they always do.


The Cuban theme was well-represented.  Guys showed up in cigar shirts and fedora hats and chicks with flowers in their hair. Pandora hooked us up with some salsa music and I cooked ropa vieja (shredded beef) and Chad mixed up some mojitos.

Thanks, everyone, for coming over to celebrate Ty's birthday!

Best Hat Award: Cameron Pruitt

Too bad Abigail (Jeremy & Jodi's oldest child) won't be in this year's Christmas picture!

Chick Most Likely to Drink Beer from a Can: Steph Andrews

"Cuban Proud" Award: Sean Paddock

Cutest Hair: Jenn Nybo

Cigar Boys

Ty & Rachel Look-Alike Contest Winners: Brian & Tammy Bruya

Guy with the Most Ex's At Any of Our Parties: Chad Sage

Best Cuban Dancers: Ty Robuck & Aaron Ness (I promised I wouldn't post the video.)

Happy 33, Ty

In honor of Ty's 33rd birthday on May 26, here are 33 endearing qualities about him (in no particular order):

Hard working
Persistent
Funny
Generous with time
Patient
Loves kids
Forgiving
Optimistic
Eagle Scout
Great voice
Competitive
Athletic
Enjoys a clean house (and helps get it there)
Social
A good dresser
Noble
Generous with compliments
Makes thoughtful gestures
Listens for as long as it takes
Makes friends anywhere
Fights fair
Committed to others
Generous with gifts
Cooks great on the BBQ
Prefers the "finer" things of life - cigars, BMW, top shelf whiskey
Sacrificial
Outgoing
Aims to please
Sees the best in everyone
Always looking to be a better person
Just the right amount of jealous
Loves football
So good looking!

Magic 32!

Ty put together a little birthday celebration for me at The Tides.  If you know me, you probably know The Tides, and it was a fun mix of people there to celebrate.  Here are a few shots we were able to snap.