August 21

Since it's Wednesday, Brady joined me for our customary Starbucks date this morning. Since it's her last week at home before she heads back to Wheaton, Abby joined us, too.

Brady was annoyed with me and Abby opted to save her weekly "free" (to her, anyway) drink for later, so it was a fairly quiet outing. They sat side by side, across from me, mostly poking at their phones while I chatted with Terry.

It was, virtual silence and grumpiness aside, a blessing to be there with them, and I am grateful for the time.