Father’s Day Shenanigans

Today’s episode is bit different. To be honest, I didn’t even plan a podcast for today, and I’ll explain why in just a minute. If you’ve been following my podcast, you’d know that we’re in the midst of the Aftershock Festival Survival Kit giveaway. Round one is coming to an end, and I’ll be announcing the winner on the Freelander Friday episode on June 30. So make sure you’re in it to win it! We’ve got some amazing goodies in the kit, including exclusive Mikey Podcast gear, a backpack, water bottle, and more. Trust me, you’ll be prepared for an epic time at Aftershock. And guess what? We’ll be doing it all over again in July, August, and September. You’ve got plenty of chances to score big!

Alright, let’s dive into today’s episode. Guess what happened yesterday? Father’s Day! I spent the day basking in the sun, enjoying some quality time with my family. I even received a super awesome mug from my kids. Oh, and speaking of the sun, my face is currently rocking a lovely sunburn.

To celebrate Father’s Day, we headed out to one of my favorite spots—Sugar Pine. It’s a beautiful reservoir with peaceful vibes and not too many people around. We had a blast kayaking and enjoying the day. Oh, did I mention my daughter kayaked for the first time ever? It was a proud dad moment, and I’ve got the pictures and videos to prove it. But let me be real for a second, folks—I was a bit of a dick in the morning. I have no idea why, but I started complaining about the river sandwiches my wife was making. Don’t ask me what my problem was—I’m just thankful she put up with my nonsense. Love you, babe!

Now, let’s talk about the fajita incident. I made the bold choice of ordering fajitas at a Mexican restaurant on Father’s Day. And let me tell you, when those sizzling fajitas arrived at the table, they demanded attention. The whole restaurant turned their heads to see who the lucky fajita guy was. I raised my hand, confirming that yes, I was the fajita guy. The fajitas were sizzling, smoking, and making a scene like they were auditioning for a reality show.

But here’s the thing: The waiter warned me that the plate was hot. Well, no kidding, Sherlock. I know they’re hot. But what surprised me was the absence of a pot holder on the handle. Every other Mexican place I’ve been to provides one, because, let’s face it, people are stupid. And guess what? I’m stupid. I grabbed the scorching hot handle, and for a brief moment, I thought my fingers were going to turn into crispy fajitas. It sucked!

But hey, despite the burns and the sunburned face, I survived. Because when it comes to delicious food and making memories, a little pain is worth it. And that’s the beauty of life—embracing the unpredictable, the hilarious, and sometimes the downright painful moments.

So, as I celebrate another trip around the sun and reflect on my Father’s Day adventures, I invite you to listen to episode 166 of the Mikey Podcast. It may not be the usual episode I had planned, but it’s a candid, unfiltered glimpse into my life and the absurdities that come along with it.