Peacock Lane

Peacock Lane is famous here in Portland around the holidays.  Every house on this street lights up for Christmas for everyone to enjoy, including myself.

the gift of sweets

This year I decided to give the gift of sweets.  There was another cookie I wanted to make which needed peppermint chips but when I went to the store I couldn't find any.  I asked someone for help and they informed me that peppermint chips were seasonal and that the season was over.  This is crazy considering it isn't even Christmas yet.  These M&M cookie squares did the trick though and while I was making them I realized the ingredients and directions were the same as the nestle cookies I love to make.  Simple as that!

early christmas

I already got to enjoy Christmas with my other family.  My favorite gifts would have to include gift cards to my favorite restaurants.

reunion

Happy Birthday, Tara!

This weekend marked the 24th year Tara has been around, so we took the celebrations to the local bars.  I got to see a lot of friends I haven't seen for about 2 months, and one friend we ran into asked if we were having a high school reunion.  I guess it could be considered one since it's been a long 2 months! I love my high school friends, and so thankful we are all still close. 

Congrats

Last night we went to downtown Vancouver and ate at a cute little Italian place called La Bottega, where the wine was endless.  Our reasoning was to celebrate Raven's graduation from nursing school! (She's the one in the glasses)  I am so proud and happy for her.