Day 338 of 365 - That Was Fun!

Well, the party's over, and soon I will call it a day, like the song says. (I'm writing in the evening.)

When our two year old grandson comes for a visit, it's pretty much a whirlwind of activity the entire time.  How quickly we forget the energy level of a toddler!  We prepare for it though and enjoy our time with him so much.  He's so curious, playful and full of wonder.  He keeps us all hopping, needing eyes on him all the time for his own safety or to respond to his garbled queries.  He shows us all just what beginners mind is, flowing with ease from one thing to another.

We get down on the floor with him to play with the toys we keep here for him, or follow him around from room to room when he goes exploring.  One of his games today was going into a bedroom and closing the door, saying hello and goodbye.  He loves dancing to music and also plunking around on the piano.

The rest of the family was here too, with a lively and enjoyable visit had by all.  I'm so grateful for the times that we can all get together which are a bit more challenging to coordinate each year, as everyone has busy lives.

Our takeout meals from the Thai restaurant were delicious and generous.  Everyone has leftovers for tomorrow, which means I won't need to cook dinner then either!  The cake I ordered from a bakery was really yummy and we have a little of that left for tomorrow too.

Even though we had take out, I still got out my good china and crystal wine glasses to use for the meal.  It is a tradition I like to keep.  I don't use it very many times in a year and it makes a celebration special for me.

I received some lovely gifts from my family which are very much appreciated.  In the cards that were given earlier, there were also some surprise gifts too.  And, I even got flowers, which was a delightful surprise!  All the cards and flowers on display will adorn my apartment with joy all week.  I am so blessed.

My husband and I have finished the main clean up and the rest can wait until tomorrow.  He is relaxing watching some TV and I've been on the computer, using a new keyboard he gave me, responding to birthday greetings.

Tonight is a U Dream supplement night, so I look forward to a solid sound sleep after I've drifted off with a smile on my face after having a wonderful 65th birthday celebration with my family. Life is good. :)

P.S. on day of posting - had a very good sleep, a wonderful birthday gift to self!

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