Friday, December 23, 2005

"Visions of sugar plums..." We had good neighbor Barbara's versions of sugar plums last night at a delightful gathering next door. Yes, I went a little overboard with peanut butter/chocolate squares, various flavors of biscotti, snickerdoodles, and a huge variety of other cookies, not to mention wine and liqueur, but hey, let's be realistic: I knew I'd just go hogwild in such a setting and am prepared to follow the program for the rest of the day and--to the extent possible--the rest of the season. Will attend weigh-in on Tuesday and take any set-back philosophically.
Daughter Ellen comes in tonight from California--happy day!--and tomorrow we'll be making the stuffing and pumpkin pie.
We put the tree up yesterday and with the new little round lights I bought (red and white), it looks beautiful, even without ornaments.
Must run. I actually have a few things to pick up, such as tinsel, and want to get to the stores before the rush.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

When your wayward daughter shows finally shows up, let her take a look at her niece's website - especially the Xmas Cookie Photos.

Vivian's daddy will give a call early in the morning to speak with Aunty Ellen - usually around 6am or so.

Mimi said...

Too early, Anonymous! Please make it about 9 our time. Pictures of Preshy on web site are adorable.

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