A week later, Drew reminded her that it was his birthday on next week’s Wednesday. Alena was starting to feel better, and she was looking forward to his birthday. She asked what flavor he would like, but he asked her to surprise him.
Alena turned to Carl to ask him when his birthday was. It’s still four months away. Then, while waiting for their food. She quizzed them on things they liked, so she could incorporate them on the cake and its decorations.
They like fruits, especially mangoes. Alena thought she could use mangoes to flavor the cake or use them as toppings. Or maybe as fillings. Vanilla and chocolate are good as well. They seem to like sweets, except candies.
Together, they talked about the dishes they would have for Drew’s birthday.
“We’ll have a few guests, but they’re
