My dad just made.....

[timer lady]

his very first casserole. [img]/forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/9-07bravo.gif[/img]

He was so proud of himself he called to tell me. He'd never made pasta before so he had to follow the directions on the box very carefully (his words). [img]/forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/bigsmile.gif[/img]

It was hard not to laugh at how innocent he is in the kitchen. Definitely a man of his generation.

Anyway, he made a Reuben Sandwich casserole! It sounded wonderul. Because of his new found cooking skills he's planning on casseroles for next year's cook off.

He also taught himself (didn't want help) to iron his flannel shirts today. Said he can now move on to his cordorouy pants.

While I miss my mother horrendously, I'm enjoying seeing my father bloom. [img]/forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/flower.gif[/img]

[stepmonster]

My dad did the same thing too!! He would call to tell me about beef stew and jello!!! and laundry!!! He was so proud of himself.
It is good to see them doing these things, isn't it?

[Sue C]

I sure understand that generation. My dad did not even know how to make himself a sandwich. My mom always make them for him. However, in my case, my dad passed away first.

Congrat's to your dad. Glad to see he's cooking and ironing! Heck, I don't even iron my dh's flannel shirts. They go from the dryer to the hangers in the closet.

Sue

[Lothlorien]

Aww, how sweet.

My aunt and my uncle separated some years back when he was in his 60's. I also got a kick out of hearing how much he was cooking. He really enjoys it now.

How special to see your dad "grow" some now.

[LittleDudesMom]

Linda,

good to hear that dad is doing for himself. You have every right to be proud.

Sharon

[Wiped Out]

Linda,
How great your dad is cooking! I remember as a kid having one of the few dads who did a fair amount of cooking even when it wasn't on the grill-he even did his share of laundry too.

[Suz]

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That sounds delicious, Linda. Will you please ask your Dad to join and post his recipe? [img]/forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/2.gif[/img]

Suz

[timer lady]

Suz,

Dad promised me a copy of the recipe. Soon as I get it, I'll post it.

[Suz]

Thanks, Linda!

Suz

[Janna]

How nice to hear, Linda. I'm sure that eases your mind as well that your father is doing a good job taking care of himself.

I'd like the recipe too!

Janna