Finding the Balance

We’ve been enjoying a remarkable two weeks in the life of our family. During this time, we’ve had the opportunity to celebrate the birthdays of three family members, and that of a dear friend. As I have been spending lots of time decorating, baking cakes, blowing up balloons, and eating yummy meals ending with chocolate cake and vanilla ice cream, I have been struck by the joy on the faces of those to whom we’ve been able to sing Happy Birthday. I love how it doesn’t matter if you are thirteen or eighty, birthday cake and ice cream always hits the spot!

In the midst of grieving my Mom, I have been appreciating more than ever the balancing simple pleasure and joy of celebrating a dear one’s birthday.There’s been something very healing and life affirming about these two weeks. And for that, I am feeling very grateful!