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Yes, I'm very late getting here but just returned from my sister's birthday. I am very happy to hear that your sis, Dansangel, is feeling chipper again! You must be very relieved!
And thank you for the fine Thud origination tale, ofMagog, and the boat photo, LadyX. You all had such interesting talk today here on FR's Finest.
You'll be happy to hear that my sister's birthday celebration was also great. Her friend (who wants to start a bed and breakfast) did all the cooking -a Persian meal - 5 courses. I was going to post the 20 or so dishes but I'm too tired! (from all the eating no doubt!) Each course had several dishes and they came about 40 minutes apart. We literally ate all afternoon and evening - some people dressed up and the music was authentic. I did feel a little odd with the "Persian" theme because of our present war on terror, but I reminded myself that it was Persia - not present day Iran we were doing. Also, one does not quarrel with a sis on her birthday.
So sleep tight everyone and I hope to see you tomorrow after work! And thanks for including me in your joyful thread :)
Dancing in the moonlight...