This ain't tropical

Temps in NYC were in the teens last week. One coping mechanism was going to Xicala, a little tapas bar near NoLita, on Wed. night with Amy. They have very yummy strawberry sangria, and a little Cuban band was playing. So for a couple of hours, we forgot we were in a frigid place.

Because it wasn't cold enough in NY we drove to Newfane, Vermont after work on Friday. I'm usually kinda fussy on the way up, but always happy once I'm there. VT is a very beautiful and special place. Rick cooked loads of delicious food, and everyone cozied up by the fire with wine.