One of our traditions is to sponsor a child's school supplies and get them an outfit. The child we had this year was homeless. That sparked a lot of discussions with Samantha and a few with Sofia too. We talked about how lucky our family is and that it's important for us to help those that aren't as fortunate. I take the focus from giving money to giving time and specific things (i.e. food, cards, etc) for charitable work. As I write this, Samantha is planning a baking day where she will donate food to our synagogue. I'm proud that both girls show humility because life is unpredictable and it's simply good karma (or practicing tikkun olam "repair of the world" depending on your perspective) to be positive.
Daddy took the week off to spend with the girls since they didn't have camp. It's worked out that way the past few years and they seem to cherish the time together. He made a point to take them clothes shopping individually.
I lost my list of foods we ate at the State Fair this year, but I'm sure we got cheese curds!
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