2007 so far

I'm back in the office. It's been 11 days since I've been at work. I'm happy to see my friends here, but not thrilled to be back at work. I had a delightful holiday season. Christmas is my favorite time of year and this year did not disappoint. I had a few "downtime" days after Christmas, then headed to JFK to pick up N on Friday morning. We drove to Philly and spent a wonderful, fun-filled weekend with A & G...even had a GJ sighting or 2. Here's my break in photos (on my new digicam!)

1.
This is my Christmas tree--the one I chopped down all on my own. It's the size of a Charlie Brown, but it has character.


This is my parents' tree. A 14 footer that put mine to shame.

2.
Some of my favorite ornaments on the family tree.

3.
My father and sister cleaning out my sister's car. My mother wanted the moment documented--I think it's the first time since my sister got the car 3 years ago that it's been cleaned!

4.
Yarn! When N and I arrived on Friday afternoon, A took us for a walk in her neighborhood...which just so happened to include a stop at a yarn store called Loop. It provided a great chance for me to play with my camera while N shopped.

Yarn ornaments!

5. After lunch and yarn, we wandered into a British soap/lotion/shampoo store called "Lush." Phun Photo opportunities were everywhere.

Bath balls. According to N, drop one of these in the bathtub and they "plop, plop, fizz, fizz" like an Alkaseltzer, making for an enjoyable bathtime experience.

Shampoo bars. One of these is supposed to last 80 washes, according to the sign.

6.
No trip to Philly is complete without cheesesteaks. Even if you have to wait in line.


7. Knitting in progress. N's sock and GJ's baby sweater.


8.
Historic Philly.

9. Curious kitties.


10.
G and I have similar taste in beer. It was a great party.

So there you have it--my vacation in a nutshell. So very happy that this is a short week. This weekend, I will see A again--and kj too!