how about drinking?

Thanks Goldie!

DOTD was several margaritas!

Happy Birthday, Illimae!

Had my mani-pedi and then returned the Ralph Lauren dress to Bloomie's. Walked around the "Special Occasion" dresses--nothing larger than a size 8! And most of them were impossibly tight and skimpy (even the long ones), like sequined bandages. But did find the burgundy Holy Clothing knee length (Ophelia Mini) tucked away in the attic. Wrinkly, at least a size-and-a-half too big--but after washing & ironing it, if I tie the back belt as tight as it'll go it will fit. (And it's longer than when I last wore it in 2015, because...I'm shorter). Leslie loves it. I do have it on order in Forest Green in M--which is equivalent to an 8/10, but reviews say the style runs large. The green might not be dark enough, though. I can wear one to the rehearsal dinner and one to the wedding. I have a really cute trumpet-sleeve A-line mini in a large floral print on black (size S) that fits perfectly--so it'll be perfect for the brunch. (Unless it's outdoors and the bees are out in force).

I did find an Azazie "ready-to-ship" ("Francine") in the same shade of plum (actually aubergine) as Leslie's mom's "Julia" (and less form-fitting but with a thigh-high slit that'll necessitate pantyhose), in that site's version of a size 14. At $40, I was willing to take a gamble on it not exactly fitting even though it's final sale. It has padding in the bust, so I'll have to have a tailor remove it (or wear a high-compression sports bra--or even ACE wrap--underneath). If I can't get it to fit, there's always eBay.

Went to Regalia for dinner with the kids. DOTD was rosé Prosecco and a Sardinian Vermentino. The restaurant's latest espresso machine turned out to be a dud (they keep getting superautomatics because professional manual machines require a separate grinder and a steep learning curve that took me several weeks and a barista crash course to master); so the owner comped us a round of caffecello shots. I'm tempted to tell them there's no dishonor in using a Nespresso with an auto-frother--I can even tell, just from the "crema" layer, when I order an espresso in an upscale restaurant whether it came from a capsule.

Belated birthday greetings illimae - hope you had a great day.

Happy birthday Kim - hope you are having a wonderful vacation.

Hugs Lori

illimae,

Thanks everyone, I appreciate it!

Chevy - . Shoulda, coulda, woulda! Remember that saying! Stay safe and warm. I’m watching the morning news and confused when the snow is actually arriving! They make is so confusing. But the cold, that is clear. Tomorrow is a professional development day and I meeting my co-presenter at our ad bldg at 18th and Lincoln. Thinking of taking the RTD. Shorter walk than if I park where it is free and I don’t want to pay parking garage prices. Now need to check if RTD takes cash and what senior rate is. DH thinks I’m foolish. He doesn’t do the bus! 😂

Everyone stay safe, warm and healthy. Have a great Monday

Last night's DOTD was the same Mumm Napa sparkling Pinot Meunier I opened for my Super Bowl gathering. Still bubbly. Will likely have some more tonight (seafood leftovers).

ED, I need to clean out my freezer too! I have 2 huge roasts in there, a huge pork shoulder, a huge pork loin, etc. Looks like I'll be cooking dinner for all the neighbors!

Karen, not sure about our weather either. Windy yesterday and today. Snow coming tongight into the morning. Don't blame you for not walking in those frigid temps.

Misty, you would know, thanks. It truely is hard and so much to take care of. Glad the weather there is nice, I'm sure NM is having a great time!

I've had several people tell me that it was a blessing that my DH passed like he did, as it was going to get real ugly with that disease. So I have to keep reminding myself of that. He was already in elec. wheelchair, voice was coming to a whisper, coughing more, ventilator at night and some times during the day, couldn't clean himself after using the bathroom, I had to shower him and help him get dressed.

Yesterday was tough, woke up with my tummy feeling crampy. Drove to my appt., 4 hours. When I left, my tummy was feeling worse, cramping real bad. Then I start with drive heaves, come upon an accident, can't get through, sat there for a half hour. Glad I had my coffee cup, ended up throwing up in that several times. Can't get home soon enough! Bumpy 6 mile drive on my dirt roads was horrible. Really let loose when I got home, all bile, as I hadn't eaten all day. 5:30 I went to bed! Feeling much better this morning, but not 100%. Not sure what the heck that was all about.

Phone meeting with SS tomorrow morning, bank meeting Wednesday weather permitting.

Lalbo - it looks so pretty and the cocktail with elderberry sounds delicious.

Hi and welcome Lalbo. Pretty color indeed on that Gin. I also like blue bottles. I have half a dozen or so. Where are you from?

Karen, did you get dumped on?

We did! I was supposed to go to the bank today to take care of accounts, but we got dumped on. I was hoping it was going to miss us, looked like it was going to scoot up the west of us, but nope! They even had parts of the Interstate shut down, and part of my route down to Phoenix. It's 19, with a windchill of 9. If it would stay frozen, it wouldn't be so bad. But there are no clouds in the sky, and supposed to be 40. So could end up being a muddy mess on my way home. I dunno, I may give it a try!

NM must be having a great time!

DOTD: Disney Pineapple Whip

Ingredients

• 1 shot whipped vodka
• 4 oz pineapple juice
• vanilla ice cream optional
• strawberry and lemon for garnish if desired

1. Fill a cocktail shaker half full with ice. Add vodka and pineapple juice. Shake.

2. Pour into chilled glass and serve with ice cream or desired garnish.

Thank you for the Birthday wishes! Having a great time, will post details when I get home. Some pics to tease you:

NativeMainer - Happy Birthday!! :-)

Kim - glad to see post photos and that you are having a great time. Safe travels home.

Lori, we got the bitter cold but only a couple inches at a time the past few days. The SW mountains were getting hit hard. We got into the 20s today after two days of single digits. Not a whole lot of sun - it would peek out for a bit then cloud up - with wind chills it gown in the minus teens and twenties.

Lalbo - welcome - glad you found us but wish you didn't need to.

Chevy - how are you doing with all this cold?

Everyone stay safe and stay warm.

Lori, me too. I miss the sun when it is cloudy, especially when it’s a few days in a row. Glad you were able to get the banking taken care of.

Have a great Friday.

We are going through the temperature rollercoaster right now. It wreaks havoc on my sinuses! I have sinus pressure whenever the pressure systems change...at all.

Enjoy the weekend!!!