Party Day

Today was a fairly laid back day. I went for a walk and saw a lot of butterflies. The best way to attract butterflies is apparently to turn off the camera, so no pictures.

A few of us then went to Casole d'Elsa, the crystal city. Sadly, most of the shops were closed and the glass blowing demos were running much later in the day. We did find one open crystal shop, some ceramic shops, and a museum. Also, most importantly, gelato.

The museum included the style of glassware in Bladerunner, but does not have it available in the gift shop. Probably a good thing as that seems like a challenge to pack.

This evening is the anniversary party, so we all get dressed up and chill in the garden. Karen still fits in her dress, which has been altered to cocktail length.

They also still have napkins from the original event. And the pens, which still work.

I was too busy eating to take pictures of food, but it was all great. One of the appetizers was a pea mousse with truffle oil and bacon and I may have had several of them. Dinner included multiple courses with an excellent pork. Dessert included gelato and a variety of chocolates. The cake ended up as breakfast for me as I was entirely too full by that point in the evening.