Happy Birthday! Here, Have a Green Bean and Some Jello!

So today is my birthday. And in 4 days, my 42nd year is going to change in ways I never imagined a year ago. I’m in Mississippi with sweet friends to celebrate. For my birthday, Eli asked me to go to his scout banquet tonight. He was so proud to find out I would go. Little does he know how I so miss doing these kind of things with this sweet family. When I saw the surgeon earlier this week, I asked him if I had to abide by the liquid-only rule since its my birthday. He said yes. I could have a little leniency but don’t go overboard. So I treated myself to some green beans and a little turkey at the banquet. Then for dessert, Suz made sugar-free jello with a candle. I laughed and cried. I love these people and how they love and encourage me.