The Best Birthday Ever

Today was Avery's 14th birthday. He spent most of it working in a thrift shop that gives its proceeds to a number of different organizations in Philadelphia.

Another group worked at a thrift shop that is part of the Whosoever Gospel Mission, a shelter for up to 55 men who are going through job training and/or rehabilitation programs.  "Whosoever" treated us to lunch, which was provided through both community gardens and Philabundance (our other sites this week).

Here are some of out thrift shop finds:

I tried on this lovely jacket, after which they said, "Take a selfie!", so I did:

We had to say goodbye to Will this morning, who had to head back to Charlotte a little early, and we missed him at our community cookout tonight. After the cookout, we had a foot washing, where we practiced Jesus' own service to others, followed by a birthday celebration for Avery. The only cake without flowers on it featured Godzilla.

We are tired and ready for our own beds, but in reflecting on the day, Avery's comment was, "This was the best birthday ever."

Back in Charlotte tomorrow. See you then!