November already!

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Wow Zach, I just realized I hadn't written to you since last month. Work has been absolutely crazy busy and we have had quite a few visitors these past few weeks. Last month Jeff's brother and his friend came down for the Washington vs. Call football game - we won 😀 At the beginning of this month my two friends/former coworkers came to visit all the way from chilly Minnesota to tour San Francisco and the wine country. We had awesome weather and a really great time. We stayed one night with Nana and Granddad's so my friends got to meet them too. They even met Uncle Gregg as we spent a day in Sausalito and stopped by to borrow the parking permit for downtown. Saw a glimpse of the new kitchen and it looks amazing. Can't wait to enjoy it when we head over for Thanksgiving, but sure wish we could be seeing you as well. 

I did have dinner with Cody last week. He is doing ok, but I know he would be much better if he knew his other family supported him. You are his brother and though he would never admit it, he misses you so much. If you read this please drop him a note so he knows you are in his corner. 

This weekend things finally calm down a bit so I will be able to get a real start on some Christmas shopping. I have never been this late and it's got me a bit panicked. Jeff will be happy to help so I know I will be fine though. How about you, do you have much time to do that sort of thing? All I can do is just imagine what your life is like and how you spend your days and nights. Please know how much your family misses you and how we would give anything to have you back in our lives. We love you with all our hearts and hope that you are happy and safe.

All my love,
Mom
xox

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