Monday, August 3, 2020

Happy Birthday Dad

Dear Family,

 

                Laughter is beautiful music especially when it comes from our children.  Adriel happily bought curtains and organizers for her room.  She came home, a friend in tow with arms full.  When I exclaimed, “Someone’s been shopping!” They both laughed and it was delightful.

                Adriel cleaned her car.  She brought it to the shop for repairs and Harold is the original owner.  She wants him to see that she is taking care so she had to clean it out.  How fun.  Not only is she paying for her car repairs but she wants to make a good impression.  I am proud of her development.

                Chatting with Adriel is wonderful.  She has opinions, is informed, and keeps me up to date on things that matter.  I love Adriel.  I enjoyed watching, “I Love Lucy” with her this week.  She enjoys the show and calls it, “Wholesome.”

                Seth worked hard this week at the church.  He helps with janitorial duties and is great filling in.  They even offered him more work.  Seth also mowed the lawn for us and hunted for an elusive blackberry.  They are not ripe quite yet.

                One of my favorite parts of visiting my parents was their awe and wonder at Seth fixing himself an egg for breakfast.  Like fascinated folks at a zoo, they watched his every move.  I could tell they delighted at his ability and independence.  Also, out of all of us (Mom, Dad, Seth, and I) Seth carried the heavy things to our picnic because he is the strongest.  How fun! 

                Seth kept us laughing with hilarious quips and perfect timing.  I wish I wrote everything down.  One endearing thing he said is that he would break the law to save me (he did not bring his license on our trip).  I am glad he would be willing to drive me to the hospital if I was having a heart attack.

                Bobby cooked several yummy dinners.  I enjoy our family time and walking with him.  I am very glad we have each other.

                My mother arranged a surprise socially distant Birthday party for my dad’s 70th.  It was immediate family only and private.  I enjoyed that he thought we were only going on a picnic.  When I said, “I have a song coming on.” He said, “Go ahead and sing.”  By the time I was done with “Happy Birthday” Anita and her children had joined in the singing and were adorable with balloons and excitement.  We had frolicking, food, fun, laughter, and general happy mayhem.  I enjoy my family.

                May you also love those God has given you.  May your heart be full and your days be glad.  May you find joy even when hugs are scarce.  Much Love,

 

Cristy

Thank you Anita for the lovely picture.



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