HOLIDAY

I've been missing here in Blogger-world for a week while I Christmas-ed up in Connecticut with the Molloy side of our family. We had a great time visiting with relatives we only see once a year and those we see more often. There is no visit quite like a holiday visit; somehow it gets in deeper than regular visits - it finds its way right into that memory making part of yourself and hangs on good and tight.

Yesterday my pals Rick and Sue hosted a brunch party downstairs for some friends we haven't seen since 2006. It was amazing to see how they have changed and stayed the same. There were 3 children at this party - 2 babies and a 2 year old. It reminded me of growing up in a house full of kids - very loud but very full of life and laughter and love. It was such a thrill to hang out with Owen Cruse and get to know my old friend Andrew's new creation.

And today it is back to the real world. For a couple of days anyway...then there's New Year's Eve!