*dinner guests

One thing we are both so happy about being in this house is being able to have people over! Back in September we had his Latin American history class over for dinner and a book discussion. I almost got a little teary as it was something that Ben talked about doing when he first started his graduate work.  He personally had a wonderful college experience where he was able to do that sort of thing and really developed some close mentor/friendships with a couple of his professors.

A few weeks ago again we were able to have over said professors, Dr. Wood and Dr. Kennedy (+ family), plus the McCoys who work with Ben now but were also classmates at Point Loma.  It was such a blessing to both of us to be able to extend the hospitality that they have all shown us through the years - truly wonderful and we are so grateful.

the kiddie table:

had to take a picture of the dessert:

Vera helped me make the pies and started a list of the ingredients we had already added :)