Marita slept in a bit today. It was almost ten when she got up. Kate and Jake took care of getting Marita ready, fixing breakfast for her and organizing dinner.
They also gave me a few hours off to go see the second half of my soccer team's game. I hadn't seen everyone since June and missed their comradery.

Gerry and Linda were on board early, helping with a few household chores, yard work, and various loose ends. Dan, Vanessa and the kids came after their morning soccer was done.

We had quite a few visitors in the afternoon. Robert, Rima, Barbara, Keisha, Lina and Vlad were all here to share time with Marita and offer comfort and support.

Jake prepared a hearty pea soup for dinner. We also had buffalo chicken and two fantastic salads from Elena.

Chase and Drew influenced the dessert choice: ice cream. They are staying over tonight to celebrate Drew's fourth birthday tomorrow. They are sleeping in a tent in the patio. Drew's first time ever.