[ It does brighten this more than it seems possible. Together they have all survived so much. To have people to share the good times with makes it even more special now. ]

Well, I wasn't sure how many clients you'd have come through. It seemed to be picking up the last time we talked, and a lot of people need a hand around the holidays.

[There are also gift cards. A lot of them. One of the students suggested it because they don't expire. It was worth standing in line for hours to get them all. Not to mention a few things to add to the small kitchenette area they have for the office. ]

Of course. You know I don't mind helping. I'm going to go back down for another load. Colleen should have the key with her for next door, and we'll organize it all later. We can go through what all we have.