March 15, 2025: The Unplanned Birthday

Today we celebrated Jess’s birthday.

Her motto was simple: “Let the day come to me.” No big plans, no fuss. Just letting things unfold naturally. 

And here’s what happened:

• Last night, the party started with our daughter McKenzie and her husband Will staying through midnight to welcome in the day.

• Mid-morning, we drove to Richmond and cheered at our niece’s soccer game while catching up with family.

• Grabbed lunch at a favorite taco spot, enjoying amazing patio weather.

• Explored a popular walking trail and took in the fresh air.

• While there, some friends invited us to a local brewery in our hometown.

• Back home, Jess got a surprise flower delivery from Luke, our son.

• Met our friends, hung out, and listened to live music.

• Swung by Starbucks, and Jess scored her free birthday drink with 10 minutes to spare before closing.

• Finally, we wrapped it all up with a late-night celebration: gifts and key lime pie with three of our kids.

“Let the day come to me” turned into the most perfectly unplanned itinerary I’ve ever seen.

And somehow, Jess got everything she loves the most.