Sunday, February 6, 2011

The "Rejoining Party"

Weeks before Sean left, between crying jags, Keren began to plan what she called our "Rejoining Party".  In her words, "It's a party for Abba's rejoining of our family."  Shortly after Sean left Keren began to make the menu for the party.  It said "Chocolate, Coffee" because those a foods Sean likes.  As it became clear that Sean would probably be home early, Keren made her guest list (I admit I suggested a couple of people, but Keren had the ultimate say-so).  Keren's requirement for those invited- first she only included people who were local.  After all, they had only 3 days notice.  Second- Keren included only the people she said were "close to our heart".  The menu grew beyond coffee and chocolate.  She enlisted the help of a few friends to bring a couple of dishes.  Thank you to Bev for kugel & mousse.  Keren knew she could count on you for cooking.  And thanks to Debbie because "you're so good at the junk food" for the chips, salsa, and guacamole.

It was a lovely open house.  Jews being Jews, many friends brought more food.  We drank some wonderful Japanese whiskey, and simply enjoyed being together as a family, not just us, but many of those "close to our heart".