But this was all a prelude to Ben's birthday where food was out
Jeff was on the phone
Jane was in gear
bread was served
to Suzanne's amusement
as she gathered the sushi
and then the birthday boy finally emerged
and posed with his awards from the SHUMUN event
before becoming his usual self in appropriate attire
as Jeff held forth
to Jane's amusement
and Ben picked up his birthday balloon
as pasta
salad
meatballs
and meatless balls were served
along with drinks
as Jeff took photos which are visible below
and the family got ready
for the emergence of the birthday cake
with which Ben
and Ben and Suzanne (he had to come out from somewhere) posed
and then I ate enough to leave just this residue
as we continued to drink San Pellegreno
until gifts were presented and admired.
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