Despite...

Dear Nicky,

Despite your slightly runny nose we went to church, which proved nearly overwhelming for me in the contemporary service, which had too much loud noise and lights. Then I made you a sandwich and went to Home Depot. I did some fall yardwork while you slept. We went to the park afterward despite your runny nose. We only stayed briefly since it was getting cold. You refused most of your dinner despite our entreaties, watched some Pinocchio, then went to sleep.

Love,
Dad