BBQ & New Friends

We were invited by our new friends, Tina & Olivia, to a barbecue at one of their mutual friends' homes in Aurora, a very close suburb of Denver.  Tho we were both feeling impish and not exactly social after the issues with the noises from the nite before, we didn't want to miss the gathering (or let our new friends down). 

 

We ran errands in the late morning/early afternoon and then came home for a few hours.  Chris mostly napped, while I made a half batch of my cornbread casserole for the party.  We were asked to bring chairs, our own beverages and a dish to share.  We also bought a bread & butter pickle, carrot, red pepper combo (from Walmart) as part of our offering. 

 

We were enthusiastically greeted by Tina, who just exudes positive energy ~ if we had special glasses I think we would see it radiating from her fingers & toes!!!  She was so very happy that we made it and was so excited to introduce us to the host, Antonio, who was expertly manning the grill, and her partner, Mylea, along with several other guests.  Olivia, too, was glad we joined everyone and it was a time to meet more of her friends and to celebrate a couple birthdays, Olivia's being one of them. 

 

What a joyous evening we spent with strangers who have easily become our friends!  We dined on delicious foods, shared in many  & varied conversations, watched hilarity ensue during beer pong and warmed ourselves by a bonfire (one of our favorite things in the world and something which is connected to a very fond memory of our getting together oh-so-many moons ago!).  We are invited back anytime they have another get-together!!! 

 

What a true miracle that Tina & Olivia stopped at our table during Happy Hour at The Center just two weeks ago!  We made instant connections that nite and are meeting so many wonderful people via their friendships.

 

We are so glad we remain open & welcoming & ready for opportunities to experience life through new environments, new people.  It is with fresh eyes we observe the world around us and it is with eager anticipation that we step forward to engage. 

 

May this first day of September, 2014, be the time when you grab that broom to sweep away the dust & cobwebs and clear a path that you can follow to moments filled with bliss.  It is the unexpected ones that instantly make your heart flutter and it is all of them that keep you alive & vibrant!!