Post Christmas Post

New cute shoes purchased at 60% off + strategically placed bandaids = pretty good :)

I had a very nice, very relaxing holiday. Ahhhhhhhhhh.
Last Tuesday was the day that the man and I did dinner and presents. We went to Gargoyle's in Davis Sq for a delicious burger (him) and a superb braised brisket sandwich (me). And, of course, yummy drinks. Then back to my place for GIFTS! We both made out well and had a lovely evening. One of the things the man got me was a so-called "stimulus package", which included Red Bulls and catnip. Adorable!
Wednesday I had an early (!) but uneventful trip to my parents' house, where I was immediately provided with food and drinks, as is the fashion in my family. So. Many. Whiskey Sours.
The holiday itself was relaxing and fun, with much laughing and quoting of the movies of my youth. Something I notice EVERY time I'm with my family, that I forget in the meantime and then discover anew is how much we all revert back into the same roles. My parents think that I am a naive child, my brother and I fight like middle-schoolers, my brother hides in his room/cave. Every time!
In any case, the time went by quickly, and I think a good time was had by all. My man was kind enough to pick me up from the airport on Saturday, and we ordered in some sushi and watched Body of Lies. Holy hell, am I glad that I don't live in the Middle East. Even if you're not involved in any conflict, you are. I have a great deal of pity for people who just want to live and take care of their families, but have to navigate through the political wars of their governments. They have no say in what happens, but still they live in fear for their safety. Gah!

Oh yeah, the weekend! Yesterday I ran some errands, made some food, and saw my friend (who was in town from Austin) play at the Burren. I managed to stay out past 10pm without falling over, but I was VERY happy to get to bed and snuggle as an end to the days off I had.

Here's to another short week!