Day 453: Family Time

Last night, my family and I had the first real night together of a family dinner without papa. I mean, my family had gone out occasionally for a birthday, but we had never had a complete meal around the dinner table where grandma cooked, and we had good conversation around the table. The evening was made even more special because our dear friend, Mavine Hyde, was hanging out with us. We had homemade meatloaf, fresh mashed potatoes, pear salad, peas, and million dollar pie. I didn't realize how good the latter was because I was always too scared to try it, but my food horizons have broadened since I was a kid. It was a special time and I was so glad I could experience it before coming back here. Hopefully, we will be able to do it more often and every time I come home to visit.