Holiday Recap--Part I

The past few weeks have been a blast, but I really hate how when the holidays are over, they are seriously over. New Years comes and goes and we're left with dirty snow, holiday displays that seem to mock their own inappropriateness, and the prospect of being cold until May. In early January, I generally slip into a depressed state and this year is no exception. However, reliving the excitement on a virtual platform is just what the doctor ordered and I'm sure what you're all dying to see.

We started the fun on the Vineyard and enjoyed some long, chilly beach romps with Merwin. It's such an amazing place at this time of year--relaxing, charming and so incredibly peaceful without the hordes of summer tourists. Quite enjoyable and beautiful.

For Christmas Eve dinner, our resident chef whipped up braised beef short ribs over gnocchi and MJ followed it up with a delectable apple pie. YUM! For all you doubters, I did have a hand in the cooking by providing Christmas Day sour cream coffee cake, a family classic. The few days there were a relaxing festival of fires, board games, and festive attire...