Social Gadabouts

Last weekend we were really social gadabouts--certainly not our normal routine.  Thursday we attended a party next door where our neighbors had just expanded their patio.  Friends offered to provide some music and everyone brought an appetizer to share.  Our neighbor Doug invited us, saying he wanted us to be aware of the party--either so you could come and enjoy it or to warn us it would be kind of loud.  It was both loud and enjoyable.

Saturday morning Deacon Lynn and her husband invited all the clergy and their families at the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany in Tempe to brunch before all of us who are snowbirds left for a few months.  Everything was delicious and we enjoyed time with others ministering in this place.

Saturday evening we attended a birthday party at Buca di Beppo in Chandler for our friend Karen, also a member of Epiphany.  It was a fun evening with excellent Italian food.  What a great evening!

The rest of the week has been quiet and laid-back, also a good way to spend our time.