first block party since 1995

Hope everyone had an awesome weekend. I definitely had an exciting one because our street had its first block party in almost 30 years!

Something I've noticed people in our area tend to be reclusive. People don't often talk to their neighbors except to say hello, ask them to look after their mail before going on a trip, or tell their house is on fire. Unlike in school — where everyone was eager to make friends — people in our neighborhood mostly kept to themselves. I guess we weren't the only ones who felt this way because the Foudeh family decided to host a block party so that people "can get to know each other."

Far more people showed up at the party anticipated. Because this was a potluck dinner, there were all kinds of dishes. I really enjoyed meeting our neighbors and their kids. It's a little funny that we've lived on the same street for ages, yet never had the chance for a proper introduction. Some people had a great time that stayed well past the designed end time.

Given that we itrarely ever had to chance to really get to know our neighbors, this was quite nice for a change. I'd like to thank the Foudehs for making this event possible. Saeed — who planned the event with his wife Mariam and daughter Ava — says he wants to make this an annual thing and promises we won't have to wait another 25 years for the next one. I'm looking forward to it for sure. :-)

Currently listening to: "We Are Family" by Sister Sledge