My daughter-in-law thought a text message could justify leaving my grandson unsupervised at the airport.

Tucked inside each card was a handwritten message that read: “Wishing you a warm season. Looking forward to spending the holidays nearby. We’re so grateful for this wonderful street. Fondly, Marisol and Raymond.”

The following morning, the Iversons showed me their card across the fence, appearing slightly perplexed yet somewhat pleased by the gesture.continue reading …