We hopefully contributed to my son’s birthday by coming over and watching the kids while he got some work done.  The kids and I made him cards, decorated with balloons and streamers, cleaned up the great room, and played in the pool.  We added our blueberry and cherry pies to the excellent apple pie (we really do like pie) and cinnamon walnut babka D&V made.  Eventually Avdi opened his presents, and we all had hotdogs and fixings by D&V, with ample pie for dessert.

My son has a lot on his plate (besides pie) right now, but I hope in some way we eased some of the load and made his day better.  He works so hard to take care of his family and meet all his heavy obligations, and it’s clear they love him and are loved very much.  I know I for one am savoring and storing up these days I’m able to spend with my son and Gkids for future, leaner times.