A Ruined Birthday

It only took Benjamin a few minutes to come back to the table. He had a tray with their drinks and what looked like a couple of desserts. Pandora dug out the sandwiches she packed, and he set out the drinks.

"I'm sorry that I didn't pack that much, I just wanted to have lunch with you."

"This is perfect and really, you couldn't have carried more than this anyway, along with the boys and their diaper bag. Besides, they had some yummy desserts up there, and the cafeteria always has milk which is good for you right now." She smiled at him. "Next time you want to do this, pack whatever you want and call me. I will come out to the car and help you," Benjamin said, making her look at him.

She smiled at him because he was always thinking of her as well as the boys.

"How have they been today?" he asked, taking a bite of his sandwich.

"They've been okay, but I think they are missing you— I know I am."

"I'm missing all of you, too, so much," he confessed and leaned over to kiss her. Just