we went for a late afternoon walk today.
it was almost dark;
darkening, at the least,
as we found our way back to the car.

now we're home and anna is climbing towards the bath,
and tim and i are anticipating a good meal, a movie maybe.

roasted potatoes, and red onions cooked in the pan with balsamic vinegar and thyme. steaks with lots and lots of black pepper on the grill.

it's cold out at last, but i'm not above sending tim out to the grill, and he's happy to oblige.

last night we watched winter's bone, and it was one of the most compelling movies we've seen in a while. i even stayed awake until the end.

we'll see, maybe we'll have some luck with a movie tonight. if not, we've some reading to do.

tomorrow now is shaping up: brunch with friends, another walk, and then the girls come home.

i loved our large, loud holiday meal.
but it's these quiet little nights at home i love the best.

more soon.
xo,
tt