And I still can't believe that big burly self-assured loving young bear of a man is the same little kid who was amazed and crestfallen when I explained that the voice of SpongeBob was just a regular human.

Awww, that's so sweet.

Sounds like such a wonderful evening! Makes me happy just hearing about it.

I agree with both dcp and Jen--baked goods and succulents!

I did get a flowering plant, as she has a green thumb. I also got a lovely rustic bent wood basket for the plant, and stopped at the Amish stand and got a big jar of yummy looking black raspberry preserves.

Nice, Laura!

Sounds good (you can visit me any time!).

Several years ago, a friend was trying to come up with a Mother's Day present for her mother. Flowers seemed kind of ... not what she wanted. I suggested buying her rose bushes, which were a hit.

Voted, Sail.

Timelies all!

In the latest from my folks, my dad called to tell me that they have been moved to a non-COVID ward. They are both off of oxygen, though my mom is still weak and having trouble eating. Still, it's something.

Yay for baby steps, Sheryl!

David & JZ that sounds like a lovely evening.

Sheryl YAY for your parents being moved.

Boo for our chest freezer not working right, M discovered all the food was thawed in it and had to throw everything out. Which, I'm glad I didn't have to face that.

I am skipping to say thanks for the Birthday wishes! I think I just finished my personal thanks on Facebook but I get wary of mentioning how we know each other on another platform. So I can’t say enough about how grateful I am for the Buffistas. You support me know through everything and I know I can always find support here…. Also I think I am meeting my sister ( discovered in 23 and me but also I already knew due to super sleuthing) for lunch soon!

Also, Cashmere, I want to time travel and smite people.