Roaring Party

Had a great time last night. Steak was, unfortunately, about on a par with the chicken - crusted with black pepper and herbs. Garlic mashed potatoes, and green beans. Then, créme brulée. That was really good. I turned to my wife and told her I felt like I was on the Iron Chef. Then I launched into critique.

"The bitterness of the burnt sugar contrasts nicely with the sweetness of the underlying custard."

That had a guy at the table laughing out loud. "That is spot on!"

There was a raffle, based on beads around the wine glasses. (If you had a letter, you won). Neither of us won. But then the owner of the company came by, saying that she had a winning glass, and wanted to trade. Done and Done. $20.00 gift certificate to Fred Meyers. (I was hoping for the Kitchen-Aid mixer. Oh well.) Off we went to Freddie's to buy my parents' Christmas present. They read this, so I can't say what it is here.

So, it was a great time. Claire spent the night at a friend's house, so we came home to an empty house (except for the kitty). Then we walked over to Hollywood Video, and rented a couple of videos. And... I saw Returner for sale for $10.00. Yee-haw!

Expect a review later of the movie we rented. In between now and then, we're going to the show for Claire's B-day, and I'm gonna study somewhere in there.