Every year "about this time", as Lesa would put it, we are always invited to her house for a barbeque and crab feast. We have done this for years, and this year, we learned that God is on Lesa's side when it comes to planning this event.
We woke up to steady rain this morning, which lasted over five hours. But as we passed noon, the clouds broke up and by 6pm tonight, it was lovely - lower humidity, clear sky and comfortable temperature. Time for the feast!
The patio was filled with people, including out of town guests who don't leave until Monday! But the feast was on. I had found from Samuel Adams Irish Red, and it was a fun acknowledgement of Steve's Irish heritage. But there were plenty of sodas and all kinds of beer in three big coolers.
We ate and had our usual good time, then we learned the real reason for this annual celebration - five of Stephanie's friends disappeared into the kitchen and brought out a birthday cake covered with burning candles - and a basket of gifts. They had wanted to buy a wine of the month club subscription, but Pennsylvania wouldn't deliver where Stephanie is finishing med school at Penn State. So they purchased several bottles and had them all labeled for use.
Surprise! Stephanie's birthday is within the week, but get this, so is her father's. Since their birthdays are so close, Lesa has always had a big party for both, but no one was told the reason other than, "Hey, y'all. Lesa's cookin' again. Let's go!"
Just a small party for 20 this year, and it made it all the more enjoyable knowing we were feting the two birthday kids. Happy Birthday, and many more!
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