I am so lucky. Chris is having a party with his buddies from school -- they have their grill set up by the pool and they are so happy. A few brewskis and a little ping pong out in the driveway. The girls aren't here yet. They are expected at 8 p.m.

Bob Marley wailing on the CD player -- the temperature is perfect -- not a cloud in the sky -- Chris loves to entertain his friends! In Chris's yearbook, the Hanson's basement won best party place! That was even better than winning "Most Likely to Succeed."

Wally and Sadie are outside making sure they get all the pieces of hamburger that fall their way. They love to be included in the party. Mer looks so gorgeous. Chris's friends are wondering how "Hanson" could have a sister that beautiful!

As I like to say, it doesn't get any better than this. I am the luckiest person on the entire planet. :)