Some 35 years ago we met Diane and Bart through Art's work at EPA. We became friends and discovered that we had the same wedding anniversary month. We decided to go to a movie and dinner together every January, no matter what!
Soon Jim and Terry, who are also close friends got married in January and joined our anniversary group. Somehow, we three couples have managed to keep this tradition going all this time even though, in some years we've seen each other only that one time. We no longer go to movies. We've decided to just take turns hosting a dinner at our homes with one couple bringing dessert and the other bringing salad.
This year, my son-in-law informed me that Portillo's Hot Dog Restaurant had the BEST chocolate cake around (on par with Cheesecake Factory) so we decided to bring that for dessert. Happily, it was a HUGE success!
I know. I know I shouldn't have the sugar but it was worth it! I most wholeheartedly recommend Portillo's Chocolate Cake.
The chocolate is getting me away from my train of thought.
Our Anniversary get-together was fabulous. Diane and Bart served a scrumptious dinner of beef stroganoff with grilled veggies. We loved getting caught up with the past year and we suggested they all come to Hawaii for the next get-together. Well... otherwise, I guess we'll have to come back to Illinois in winter again same time, next year.
Oh, it sounds fabulous! I'm so happy for you and Art that you've been able not only to go back to Chicago, but be in touch with so many friends and family! It looks like a fabulous eveing! Enjoy every minute!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary! Looks like it was. And what a great tradition. But you serioulsy need to work on getting them to go to Hawaii next year or agree to celebrate your anniversaries at the half Anniversary date - in the summer.
ReplyDeleteA very nice tradition, for sure! I'm glad that you are able to keep it going even when you live in Hawaii! You certainly have accomplished a lot in your visit, Kay. You deserve it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun thing to do, and with good friends!
ReplyDeleteIt sure sounds like you're having a wonderful time!!!! I am so glad!
ReplyDeleteyou can have a little cake, just a bite...but it's hard to stop at a little. I just don't eat sugar at all, it's possible especially with splenda around. looks like a fun evening. why not invite them to come to hawaii for jan?
ReplyDeleteNice tradition! My brother and his wife used to celebrate their anniversary with friends every year. But now, both husbands are dead and all the wives have are fond memories and lots of photos.
ReplyDeleteYes, do take photos!
Oh Kay, what a wonderful way to celebrate your anniversary, with very dear friends you've known for years. A love tradition and the photo is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteHow nice that you are able to continue this tradition.
ReplyDeleteThis is one of the nicest traditions I have ever heard of. What wonderful friends you have and how fun it must be over these years to get together and celebrate your anniversaries. What treasures your friends are.
ReplyDeleteCongrats and what a wonderful tradition.
ReplyDeleteKay;
ReplyDeleteGosh you all look so great in your picture....Nice for me through your camera lens to be able to see your dear friends again too.....
Happy Anniversary! Looks like a good time was had by all! The chocolate cake sounds divine!!
ReplyDeleteWell... chocolate cake is always a nice way to spend an evening... but, chocolate cake shared with old friends who have so many years of celebrating together is world class, gold medal entertinment.
ReplyDeleteYour life is indeed blessed, Kay. I hope you all have a few more decades of gathering together to wish one another Happy Anniversary.
(Hawaii would definitely be my first choice for next January!!)
The dinner sounds lovely and the table decorations are simply beautiful. Everyone looks so happy and relaxed. Foregoing movies for dinner and enjoying each others' company is a great idea, you can't talk and visit in a movie. And, the time could be spent catching up.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you had a good time.