We had our Book Club holiday gathering last night. I am pretty much killing myself getting these last two assignments done for grad. school (due tonight), but I let myself have a break to drive out to Meg's beautiful home for the annual feast and book exchange party.

It was lovely, as these photos show you, and we had a great evening together, even welcoming a brand new member (boy, now she'll think we have these amazing meals every time we get together, huh!).

We dined on pork, sweet potatoes, salads, breads, fruit, cheese, wonderful wines, and of course dessert and the traditional Brandy Alexanders. Because I had to leave right after dessert, I couldn't partake of the Brandy Alexanders this year...it's a long drive home and I just don't do that...but otherwise I thoroughly enjoyed everything.

Ok, back to work. In another 10 hours, I'll have completed my very first semester of grad. school. It's been very challenging so far and I love that.

See ya later, bloggers! I love how Mikey (musicmikey.blogspot.com) says that word "bloggers" in his cute British accent. Just love it!