At the gathering yesterday, we had a guest appearance by Jake Nelson, fresh from Afghanistan (and returning there for another tour of duty later in the summer). Boy were the kids glad to see him. He's one of their favorite people and they didn't waste a second of having him around.
Our after-gathering gathering was larger than it has been and it was wonderful. Food was had from many different places. When the Galactic Pizza delivery guy arrived, he humored us by letting us take a group photo with him (he was the USDA Organic Superhero). Too bad he didn't drive the electric car, that thing is awesome!
We also had fun with babies who are now nearing toddlerhood. They are learning all sorts of social skills such as holding hands and hugging. BFF Amelie and Eliot showed off their bonds of friendship with their new skills.
Does anyone have a kleenex? I'm feeling a little misty eyed.