2002

GREG, Liz and Joshua smiled gracefully as Spencer concluded his speech and was giving his degree and certificate.

He was now a graduate. Liz was proud of him. She sat with her child and Greg in the audience while graduates sat separately as you all know. But, their eyes never left each other's. And when she got the chance, she ran to him.

"DADDY!" Joshua screamed and Spencer took him from Liz's arms, turning him around. Joshua was pleased even though he didn't know what exactly his father was celebrating.

"I'm proud of you Spencer" Liz smiled at him and he kissed her joyfully. Just then, Greg showed up; "Congrats bro! How does it feel to be a graduate?" He shook and hugged Spencer.

He was a full grown independent man now and will have all it takes both financially to take care of his family.

They still had a celebration at home, just the family after graduation party.

Then came Joshua's birthday. Liz had forgotten today was his birthday due to the intensive work she was endowed with. It wasn't until Spencer brought a huge gift wrapped with ribbons and paper that she recollected.

Joshua was very happy and in haste to see his new gift. Liz was also curious, it actually looked like a house. He must have put in time and work just to get this for Joshua.

First of all, the tradition of singing happy birthday was put in place;

"Happy birthday to you

Happy birthday to you

Happy birthday

Happy birthday

Happy birthday dear Josh"

Before Joshua was allowed to see his gift.

He unwrapped it and behold it was a swing. A small swing! He loved it. "Daddy you're the best!"

Liz was ashamed she forgot about Joshua's birthday but she was also happy for him.

Joshua really loved his birthday gift. It was amazing. Liz took the stress of baking a cake for him and the family celebrated.

Towards the end of the celebration, he took a ride on his swing and unfortunately one arm of the swing disconnected. Joshua was so angry he felt like crying and Spencer rushed quickly to repair it.

Liz wasn't feeling comfortable, the problem wasn't the arm of the swing falling, but the way in which it easily pulled away without any force. "This swing isn't save for him" she said as Spencer knelt fixing it.

"Oh stop nagging. It's just a mistake"

"I hope so" she shrugged.

"He's a boy. These things happen" he concluded, transfixed in what he was doing.