Let's make this birthday one to remember.

76 years old (Born on August 02, 1948)

Happy Birthday, Jay! Another year wiser, and yet your literary charm remains timeless—much like Tolstoy himself. From the poetic depths of *Anthracite Country* to the captivating pages of *The Last Station*, you've given us countless reasons to celebrate your brilliance. Your words have graced The New Yorker and The Atlantic, proving that even literary giants can still impress editors.

May this birthday bring you as much joy as readers felt discovering *Benjamin's Crossing*. Here's hoping your day is filled with laughter, inspiration, and perhaps fewer existential crises than a Russian novelist might endure. Cheers to another chapter well-written!