That was the theme to Dave's 70th Birthday Party held on the weekend! As per Dave's promise on his 65th birthday where he declared that he would reduce his workload by one day per week each year, this party was a truly momentous occasion which coincided with his retirement too!
Guests were invited to wear something from one of the ages - childhood, university, mountaineering club, orienteering, fatherhood, environmental consultant and retirement! There were numerous white lab coats, graduation gowns, a school blazer, orienteering paraphernalia, hiking gear, and even a dog! Most organised costume award goes to Cathy who had shirts printed with original Dave drawings from her childhood.
The speeches matched the occasion too. Dave had asked a person from each of the ages to speak. Kris gave an awesome speech by providing us with an overview of life working with Dave! Just as impressive was the birthday cake assembled by Susie and Cathy. There were various lego people exploring the great outdoors - a couple of ice climbing up the snowcapped mountain as well as a skier on top, one crossing the river via a flying fox, another swimming in the river, a few walking the dog along the ovaltine track and one running between controls!
A slide show was complied for the evening. Susie came across this beautiful one which was taken around 1976 of Susie, Dave and Andy. What's interesting is how much you can see Katy in Andy. Funnily, Andy showed Ella the photo and asked who was in the picture. She replied without hesitation Daddy, Ella and Katy!!
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