New Years Eve Cafe, December 31, 2017

Livia would like to go out (see last picture above) but unlike that picture, with the gently falling snow in what looks like not-very-cold weather, it is punishingly cold here. When she does try to go out into the back garden, she sniffs the frigid air and swiftly changes her mind, but is very stir-crazy. So no open doors or windows!

Happy New Year to Moonshadow!

A neighbour is having some of us over for brunch, but I’m not going to go out this evening, far too cold and several of my closest friends are away this year. This is not a problem, as I have a lot of work to do and intend to turn in early and get up around 6 am tomorrow.

I’ll celebrate when one of my friends returns from a long stay in Cuba on the 10th, and when the extreme cold wave should have at least abated.

I’m making empanadas, and chicken stock. Livia is sleeping on her chair in my home office.

Do any of you follow “lucky” food traditions? They exist in many countries and cultures for the New Year.

Where is the big spread of food in the first photo?

JJ, as always I love the way you paint with words and the accompanying pics too! I can well envision my beloved Nicky joining in the purry chorale, he was for sure a par-tay kit, always dressed in his smart tuxedo!

PG, love your description of the Café action, very cinematic!
The wee tuxie romping about in the fresh snow – squeee!!!!!!

I do have grapes in fridge but nit a good plan point in time, stomach not complying as yet and knowing probably why helps a bit, but doesn’t take it away and the ensuing weakness doesn’t stop me from doing my reg stuff but stresses me out. Rib thankfully better though.

Lagatta, who knows? But that is one ginormous buffet.

Surprised that shopping malls were super-packed today. Picked up burgundy booties then high-tailed it homewards. Did stop by in n’hood posh store where the bags are to my liking. Nice sale but huge line-up – and sale ends today! So I ordered bag online and had it sent to this same store – ready for pick-up like on Tues in 15 mins. That’s good CS! Better yet, my 2 prs of boots slated to arrive on Tues have had their price lowered yet again, I’m now saving $40! I’d called as I’d seen lower price online.

Although some cities have nixed their New Years public celebration plans, not my city. The fete takes place in the Old Port which as someone mentioned is right by the water so with the wind blowing it will be beyond cold. Needless to say I will not be attending and wish bon courage to those who do. Cold will last at least until next week so “they” say.

Of course the same peeps complaining about the intense cold will be complaining about the intense heat/humidity come July (‘cept me). Such is human nature. *Sigh*

Same to you KZ! I’m already in my cozy flannel plaid nighty (all I need is the country house to go with it LOL) and am staying put for the night.