Gardiner Christmas Stroll

Tonight was the Gardiner Christmas Stroll but I was sort of just over being social. I went anyway. And had a lot of fun. It's a small town so on nights like last night, you get to see almost everyone in town, all at one time. With lovely food and free wine, friendly people and lots to see, what's not to enjoy?

MacBeth

Went to see a modern interpretation of MacBeth tonight. There were text messages between the king and the witches, lots of heavy military, and Skype messages. It was really interesting but still quite long. My next-door-neighbor was in the play so that made it more interesting. But it didn't get done until 10 and I barely made it back awake. Thank goodness one of the 7 other folks who had come up from Gardiner offered to drive back with me.

Chili Cook off!

For, like, the third year in a row, I convinced myself that I wasn't going to make a chili. And then Saturday, I was cleaning out my pantry and remembered that there were only three people signed up to bring food so... away I went! It was truly a Kitchen Sink chili. And even though I threw a TON of spices in, it just tasted sort of bland. Apparently the lentils just sucked it all right up. Things to remember for next year. But, hey, at least I got double the number of votes (4) as the last time I participated.

Book swap

Up the hill to Amy and Candace's I went at 7pm (so late!). And had a wonderful evening. I think there were about 15 people piled in. We got birthday cupcakes since it was Kate's big day. Made it home by 10 so it was a little late but the enjoyability of the evening made it worth going out.

The Gardiner Fish Fry

Fish fry tonight. Went with Dad and enjoyed the meal. It was fried. And there was sugar. But it was good.

Halloween!

Work food

Dressed for handing out candy success

Sam's ready to help with treats

Unless it gets too cold

Or she gets too sleepy