We then went to dim sum for the first time, which was lots of fun–Jacob’s favorite by far was his sesame ball, but he humored us and also tried a little egg tart, soft tofu, sticky rice, and roasted duck.

After lunch, Neil let Jacob help him rake leaves.

Well. Help is putting it a little strongly.

Then Stacy and Neil, saints that they are, watched both children so that Jon and I could escape alone for an hour or so. We went to a local, quaint little downtown and walked around, sipping latte (me) and talking about this and that (Jon) and generally enjoying one another’s company. It’s the first time we’ve been really without Jacob since we arrived here, and it was incredibly refreshing. It filled all of our reserves back up, both for one another and for Jacob.

To make the weekend even nicer, Jon took his Veteran’s Day holiday today and we spent a quiet domestic day at home.

And right now I’m listening to the rain drip outside, and all things are quiet, and I’m in awe of how lucky I am to be in this life. I hope it’s going as well for all of you.