Terroir

Alex brought the bottle back for me as a gift when we traveled to Spain earlier this year. I wanted to save it for a special occasion, and tonight is the perfect dinner to uncork and share.

He and Penny have invited Rob and I to dinner, at their new condo, just having moved into it a few days ago. Spaghetti is on the menu.

I'm still in shock that he has left home. Officially I am an empty-nester.

Of course I'll see him regularly, but his room is empty now. There is no more guitar leaning against the couch, waiting to be picked up and strummed.

A new phase, an adventure for us both.

I have no doubt he will fare well, he's ready.

My son, my sun.