I have seen pictures of blooming flowers on Boston. Here in Montreal ot went as high as 17 degrees today. Can someone please explain why I was not privy to this year's temps? Talk about a great year for a winter Camino.
This evening I remember the Noche Buenas spent at my grand parents home. Cocktail and appetisers were Spanish: jerez, white asparagus, slices of chorizo and jamon serrano, anchovie stuffed olives. But dinner first and second couraes were french: consome, half a lobster with home made mayonnaise and a block of goose foie gras. And I do mean a block! Oh the good old days, and yes, it was brought into Mexico in not so legit ways
. Main course was turkey (north American tradition) but stuffed with chestnuts. For desert little mazapanas, in that beautiful beige and blue Toledo box. Then kt was off to midnight mass at the Paroisse francaise, and back at home to open presents.
I just love how emigration/immigration, even of forced in this case, not once but twice, has made to such a rich life as this meal showed with traditions from many places. May all those experiencing difficult moments tonight, far from their home and loved ones, not knowing what tomorrow may bring, experience a moment of respit and hope on this special evening, no matter what their faith.
May you all share a very special Noche Buena with ypur loved ones as well.