Shavuot, Shabbat and Sprinkles

My work schedule last week included an overnight, a day off and a closing shift which meant although I didn't have all the energy in the world, I had plenty of time to spend with Zach. School was closed for Shavuot so we went to Tanaka Farms and did some strawberry picking. I feel like we have been here a half a dozen times now but each time, we have a new, funny experience. This time, Zach's friend Jacob coincidentally was sitting on the wagon next to us. They had a lot of fun hitting each other with celery stalks. Then, we went into the field to pick strawberries. When we got home, i asked Zach to tell Josh what we did that day. He replied " I ran away from mommy," which he did. It was hot outside, at at nine months along, it wasn't pretty!!






On Friday, Zach was Shabbat Star. Honestly, I have never seen the kid so excited about something. He was beaming with pride. He really got to be the star for the day, complete with a pink hat (at his request), reading his favorite books, showing his friends all about his family photos, and getting the chance to go to the front of the auditorium during Shabbat Sing a long. There was nothing sad about this day, but the emotional mess that I have become, I couldn't hold back the tears.






Finally, Saturday I had lunch with my mom and a few friends. It was so nice to spend time with them, tell funny stories and give baby #2 a name. We'll keep it a surprise for the rest of you but I think we got a consensus that afternoon. Thank you to my mom and wonderful friends for spending the afternoon with me. I feel so lucky to have all of you in my life to share this wonderful time with me!

There are many things I can say about my beautiful wife but I will keep this simple. Randi has hit the 33 mark today, with not much more to go. She looks great! She's been working crazy shifts and has long days at work. It hasn't been easy. But, with all of this craziness, Randi continues to be a great mother and wife at home. Thank you for everything you do, the values you have shared, and just being the genuine person you are. Now let baby ______ come so we can take a damn shot together...