Here’s a photo of my oldest son Ben’s second birthday. And yes, he went right to the musical instrument. His grandfather was highly amused.

That was 52 years ago, and today Ben celebrates his 53rd birthday.

Where did those years go?

This year he celebrated Halloween at the high school where he teaches US History. My clean cut, conservative son shocked his students with this outfit and fake hair.

Even his fellow faculty members didn’t immediately recognize him.

Happy Birthday, Ben! We are so glad you’re ours.