For the books:
Today we were about to have Kid's friends over for our Homeschool Group Session... Kid asks, "What friends are coming?", to which I list the names...his response:

"They are all God's Children!"

Daddy Mock and I are headed for a quick 24-hr trip to spend some special time with friends. It should be very refreshing and thanks the to remedy below, I think I may be able to enjoy dinner out with all of my taste buds!