Today was Dad's 54th (!) birthday, and I think he got most of what he wanted: cards from his kids, not a lot of presents, nothing too high caloric for dessert, a no-attention day at work, a workout and time with us. He loved his cards; his desserts were homemade ice cream (M) and meringues (me). He swam this AM; Kerry's office didn't know it was his birthday til the end of the day; and we had a nice dinner at home and Olympics watching tonight. One unexpected bonus: lunch with Jonathan Carpenter.

Tomorrow A and I leave for LA to look at schools!