My older son Seth came to the U.S. to help his nephew celebrate his 21^st birthday in a New York City watering hole.  He came via Cambridge to see his mom.  (Nothing could make me happier.)

He did not come empty-handed.  He brought the following delicious items: Brazilian cheese bread (now in my freezer), two different kinds of delicious Brazilian candy that I couldn’t name if I had to and an endless amount of hugs. On my side, I provided a huge box of Honey-Nut Cheerios and a large supply of miniature mixed peppers, both not available in Brazil, plus a couple of dinners.

I don’t like that he lives so far away.  But we do have delicious visits.