Holiday party

Thursday, I went to my neighborhood girl's night holiday party.  I wasn't sure how I'd feel when I got there, but I was feeling good when I left the house.  I had a great scarf on.  It's all about the scarf these days!

I brought a bottle of wine for the hostess, a Red Bull for me, and a Vera Bradley bag for the Yankee swap gift exchange.

I ended up having a wonderful time - stayed for four hours!  My virgin post operation party.  I wanted to make sure I looked energetic and sounded good enough so that no one would feel sorry for me.  You don't want to be the Debbie Downer at the holiday deal.

Success!  I never had to repeat myself. I got a coupon for a pedicure (I LOVE pedicures) as my gift in the exchange.  I enjoyed catching up with friends in the neighborhood.

The only rough spot was the buffet table.  OMG.  So many great desserts.  One in particular was a cake with white frosting covered thickly with coconut and decorated with real holly and berries.  My mind was working overtime with the fantasy of being able to push everyone away from the table and to be able to use both hands and grab and eat as many desserts as I could stuff until I felt full for once.  I just have to keep thinking, "There will be food in my future!"

 

Thanks for the flowers, Joyce!  I am still taking more pictures of them. I put butterflies in a few.  They represent transfomation and that's where I am these days.

Comments

[Annie B.]

I am SO proud of you, Lisa. Partying and having fun and probably being the life of the party. What a bonus that you took home your favorite gift: the next best substitute to the white coconut cake. You WILL eat that again----soon, knowing you and your determination.

[Connie Cross]

Fantastic! I'm sure you brought life to that party with everyone thrilled to see--and hear--you. And what a boost that must have given you to enjoy a gathering of friends again. BRAVO!

[S Jelm]

Yet another exquisite bouquet, Lisa! They never get old, right?! Congratulations on mastering the holiday party with such joie de vivre! So nice to hear.
Love,
Sandy