and we all played spades.

my parents are in town for a couple of weeks, living at their nc house. so, last night we got to host them for a little thursday night dinner. dinner with my parents almost always ends with a game of spades. for better, or for worse, we love that game. and nothing gets you in the mood for spades like a little homemade vodka sauce, an arugula pear salad, and a yummy bottle of wine. 

much food and laughter was shared. 

how do you like to spend your thursday evenings?

i hope you all have a beautiful (and restful) st. patricks day weekend. we are heading to northern virginia for my best friend's engagement party! d.c. traffic here we come...