April 6, 2023 [Emily Tomita]

I think one of most joyful moments are long-time reunions with treasured friends and loved ones. This year, I received an unexpected message from my Cornell U freshman "sinkmate" (Grace) in my very own San Fransisco/Bay Area, CA neighborhood! In fact, she and her growing family, including her husband (Yuki, we all went to Cornell for undergraduate school together!) moved to an apartment within walking distance from my own home! How delightful! Grace took this video of her gorgeous daughter, Emily, saying "Yale, come!" - she wanted me to come over but I was sick and had to postpone but this little video made my heart melt and want to go and hold her, despite my illness. This Sunday, April 9th, is Emily's 3rd birthday party. I am so grateful to have even been invited and I can't wait to go and hug her & surprise her with gifts!