The title of this post is a quote from John Steinbeck, an author my dad and sister and I have been slowly reading through for the past nine years, ever since we headed to San Francisco on a family vacation.

I think it’s fitting for my dad, who turns 50 today. He’s the type of person that learns from everyone he meets, who is constantly looking for knowledge from people, places, classes, the Internet, and beyond.

I wrote about my dad recently when I was helping him raise money for his Heart Walk, so hopefully you already know all about him. He’s a delight to have as a father, a medical professional, and a friend who you can always call for a laugh, or advice, or just to talk.  I am so lucky to have him around!

This is a picture of my dad and me, circa 2008, when he was in town for my college graduation.

This is my father and me circa 2010, contemplating the coffee in Branford, CT. I am not sure why this was important, but I love this picture: the two of us discussing something like we actually have any authority to discuss it. It’s a common occurrence in our family – my dad and I are two peas in a pod.

This is a photo of me putting my dad’s bow tie on before Nikki’s wedding. Dad and I consulted YouTube for it, and I think it looked pretty good.

 Happy Birthday to the best dad in the world. May your 50th be the best yet. I can’t wait to be FaceTimed in to the the keg party next weekend…