Hi guys! I am super sleepy and had a fun night out on the town, so I’m going to make this more photo and less type. All in all, I ate too much, but as always, couldda been a lot worse 😉
Upon our arrival in Hillsborough, I made a plate of apples + carrots for my sister and Matt. She said her stomach needed fuel and I said she needed fresh produce 🙂 I had a few slices of each.
Larbs hosted a party tonight for her high school friends – check out her party dress!
I started the party with a New Castle, an old favorite <3
I also snuck into the fridge to make a small open-faced hummus + tomato + jalapeno sandwich for dinner to go with the party foods – cheese straws, mini hot dogs, cheese.
My friend from high school Matt Compton came over to play and the husband’s friend from his high school years Malcolm came to play with him, so we were in good company!
That Malcolm!
Mom’s punch! And my small cup (with sherbert!)
I also had a few sips of various people’s beers like the home-brewed Squirr-ale! Probably the equiv. of another 1/3 of a beer – I was feeling them!
So I switched to Diet Tonic + Cherries –
Mom made this fabulous Trifle! It was soaked in all kinds of yummy liquors with fruit and whipped cream –
I started with a little –
And ended with a lot more! But I only had about 1/3 of this, as I shared it with Matt Compton –
After dessert we all walked down to the Wooden Nickel – Hillsborough trademark English pub. But first we stopped in to see my friend Kirst, who works next door! She served in the Peace Corps in Niger for 2 years and is back in the States 🙂
Once at the Nickel, I knew I’d had a few sips too many drinks so I passed on a pint. Call me a wimp, but I just don’t want to feel bad tomorrow. The Nickel is like 5 years of high school reunions all rolled into one little room. I saw a few people I hadn’t seen in 8 years since graduation! The night before all major holidays you are sure to find some folks you know. The only drawback: there’s no non-smoking laws in NC so I smell pretty bad (my lungs included 👿 )
Matt Comp and I chatted for a long time. He’s a big politics executive in DC!
I finally got a big glass of H2O
We walked back home (about 4-5 blocks) and the midnight munchies set in –
I had 4 cheese and crackers. I was actually hungry though! But I had to leave the room or I would have consumed way more snacks than necessary.
And that’s the end of that chapter.
At 12:02 am, I can say: Happy Christmas Eve!!!
Maggie says
Oooo the trifle looks so good! Happy Christmas Eve to you too 🙂
Fitness Surfer says
Looks like a lot of fun. It seems that the late night munchies get’s me. Old habits die hard. The biggest part is…I love to stay up late and chat…but eating is inevitable. Sleep is probably a good idea. Off to bed for me. Happy Christmas Eve to you too.
theoddbody says
looks like a good night out. gotta love the munchies 😉
bobbi says
how funny Kath, HAPY CHRISTMAS EVE!!!!
Anne P says
looks like fun! i hear ya on the smoking in bars… prague is BRUTAL for that. i feel like my lungs are now black. 🙁 the good news is it seems like more and more places keep going smoke free… so maybe somewhere everywhere will be!
happy christmas eve!!!
kwaze says
Your sister’s dress is really cute and she looks JUST like your mom in that picture! Can’t wait to see what yummy food you and your family make for Chritmas! Have a great holiday:)
K says
Yuck to the smoking in bars – I’m allergic so if I go out I get the WORST headaches 🙁
Looks like you guys are having a great time! Merry Christmas Eve!!
Victoria says
Happy Christmas! Just want to let you know that Newcastle is all one word- the beer is named after the town it is brewed in- Newcastle in the north-east of England! (Of course, if you knew this already sorry for pointing it out!)
seelee live (for the love of peanut butter) says
Sounds like a fun, flexible , relaxing and spontaneous night. thank you for not feeling guilty and getting down on urself for ur eating-inspiration for all of us to treat our minds well as well as our bodies. have a wonderful day!!!
Beadie @ A Blog of Sorts says
Looks like you had a really great time!
Happy Christmas Eve!
Shelby says
Happy Christmas Eve!
Madison says
Love all the photos! Merry Christmas Eve to you too!!
Kailey says
sounds like a fun night!
happy christmas eve =]
VeggieGirl says
So much fun!!! Minus the smoky atmosphere 🙁 Hang in there!!
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE!!
caitlin says
ew smoking is bars is the worst. all through college (in PA) i was subjected to it and im so glad to be in FL now where it is illegal to smoke indoors. 🙂 yay!!
merry christmas eve!!
HangryPants says
Mom’s punch and trile look wonderful.
Is your sister enjoying Boston?
Ewwww about the smoking in the bar. I can’t even imagine it anymore!
Have a wonderful Christmas!
Kate says
Merry Christmas Eve Kath! It looks like last night was a lot of fun.
Random question-love the headband-could you let me know where you got it? Thanks and enjoy the time with your family:)
Maureen says
What a crazy night, it looks like so much fun. Can’t wait till all my college friends have their own thing going on… instead we’re all just recent grads living in our parents’ basements. haha. happy christmas eve!
faith says
looks so fun and christmasy!!! i emailed you! fun if it works out, if not i udnerstand…off to serve many ho ho mint mochas 🙂 enjoy your time, when i make it down to hillsborough i will check out those spots and maybe gather some kerf dirt :p
Amie says
Happy Christmas Eve! I finally wanted to comment, as I have been reading your blog for awhile now 🙂
Looks like you had a lot of fun! Its always good/weird to see people who you haven’t seen since high school. Good on ya for avoiding the late night snacks….as I read that you left, I was thinking, “I would have been in the kitchen for the long haul!”. Enjoy your day!
Mel says
Looks like you guys had a ton of fun and many reunions!
Heather McD (heather eats almond butter) says
What a fun night with old friends. That Trifle looks so good. I would have gone back for seconds as well…maybe even thirds 🙂
Erin says
You’re right – it definitely could have been a lot worse!
Smoke in bars is so toxic!
I love your jacket. 🙂 Very Kath.
Merry Christmas Eve!!!
Runeatrepeat says
Looks like fun 🙂 Your mom’s trifle looks so good!
BethT says
Do either you or your sis have to highlight your hair to keep the gorgeous color? If not, I am le jealous 🙁
fitforfree says
i LOVE your necklace!
carolinebee says
what a fun reunion! It’s so funny to see DIFFERENT plates and glasses on your blog! 😀
Kelly Turner says
wow- looks like a great time! Merry Christmas eve!
Kelly Turner
www.everygymsnightmare.com
runjess says
Like your coat! Have a wonderful Christmas.
Julie says
Ew no smoking bans?! That’s the worst…Boston has had one for almost 4 years I think…love it.
Looks like you had a fun night out!! I love mini high school reunions!
Fancy says
Kath, where is your coat from? It’s adorable!
Missy (Missy Maintains) says
The trifle looks delicious! That is impressive that you were able to only have a few crackers when those munchies hit! I wish I could do the same!
www.missymaintains.blogspot.com
Kath says
Kate ,
It’s just a plain black one from Target, I think? I got it in a set of 3 a while ago.
faith ,
LOL – KERF dirt. I hope we can make it, but surely we will some other time if not today.
BethT ,
Thanks! We don’t highlight – but my sister does work on hers in the summertime with sun-friendly lighteners.
fitforfree ,
Thank you! It’s an antique $5 coin my grandmother gave me.
Fancy ,
Thank you too! It’s Guess brand that I got at a discount store a few years ago.
Kath
Lindsay says
merry christmas kath!
Kelly says
can you ask your sis where her dress is from? i love it!
Kath says
Kelly ,
Larbs reports it’s from Express.
K
Marlow says
It is a small world afterall! Not only is your husband from Spartanburg (I’m from Spartanburg County) BUT I am moving to Hillsborough!
I love the Wooden Nickel, but it’s much nicer when you can sit outside!
Kath says
Marlow ,
Whoa!! Totally small world. What’s bringing you to Hillsborough?
K
Marlow says
I have been living in Wilmington for almost 8 years! Most folks wonder how I could leave the beach, but I miss the hills of the triangle. My boyfriend is from Wilmington but we both have family near Hillsborough. I fell in love with the “small” size of the town and the community feel. Plus, Wilmington is HORRIBLE for finding a new job…not to mention expensive housing!