Connections - old and new.

We had a lovely evening last night - it was VERY cold outside with a howling bitter wind but the company inside was warm and inviting as we made connections old and new.

For some time now I have been part of a recipe blogsite called Mennonite Girls Can Cook.

You can check it out here: http://mennonitegirlscancook.blogspot.com/

It was started by a very good cook and engaging writer, Lovella. She and her husband invited us all to get together for food (of course!) and fellowship last night at their home.

I meant to blog this last night when I got home and be the first one to report but got sidetracked and ended up being the last one to share the fun we had.

It's funny - and quite typical of us Mennos - that we were soon making connections - "I think we're related!" - "We both have the same uncle." - "My husband's aunt is your cousin?"

Our husbands settled next to the buffet table and we headed out to the family room and a steady buzz of conversation from both rooms was an indication of similar interests

and budding friendships.Here are (L toR) Judy, Kathy, Trish, Anneliese, Lovella and Julie (Centre front)

And of course, the food was amazing -

The table was filled with Bruchetta, vegetable platter, smoked oysters, stuffed mushroom caps,guacamole, zippy dip, salsa and chips, cheese and crackers, jumbo prawns, apricot chicken skewers, shrimp stuffed celery and curried dip with apples.

For dessert, pavolva, Swedish Tea ring, Linzer cookies, squares and loaf. I hope I didn't miss anything - I do know I tasted everything (except the oysters:<) and it was very good.

Thanks again Lovella for all your hard work - hosting a lovely evening and administrating a great blog.