Back Home Again

So I've been missing in action a bit...Been visiting my sister and her family since the 12th, and had a fabulous time. It was hard to leave and come home. If I didn't dislike where they live so much and love where I live so much, I'd have to move there. ;) The girls are fabulous, loving, fun. Just like all my nieces/nephew. :) What can I say. My siblings have great kids. :)

I'll try to blog more later, but am at work and have tons to catch up on. First thing to report about trip:

My sister surprised me with tickets to see the musical "Wicked". FABULOUS. I've been wanting to see this since it originally came out. Definitely worth it. Run, don't walk to this musical if you have a chance. It was funny as all get out, and very well done. We actually got a performance with no understudies and it was flawless. To my ears, anyway. I'm thrilled to have seen it, and been able to spend that time with my sister. We used to go to shows all the time before "growing up" and getting out of school, working, etc. :)

If You're Ever...

Sitrep: 30 minutes Swimming

If you're ever in Bozeman, Montana on a Thursday night, have dinner at The Mint Bar & Cafe in Belgrade, just outside town.

The food is phenomenal. I had the tastiest, tenderest steak I can remember (which says a lot, since I order medium well or well done). It was like butter in my mouth. And whatever they marinate it in...O.M.G. The fries were delicious as well...tangy and salty and just perfect. And you won't find a better vanilla bean Creme Brulee. The atmosphere is great...very Montana yet tasteful....The Mint has been around since 1904 so the history is fun.

And on Thursday nights, an extra special treat with entertainment by Montana Rose. Great mellow beat, kinda bluegrass meets country meets something else...She has a wonderful voice, and the band is excellent. Live music with the best dinner I've had in a long time!

The company was great; I love listening to our Ed Consultant J. swap stories with the instructors...especially when we can get him talking about his travels in Europe, or his years in the Navy. Tonight was no exception, great dinner company (except for one of the instructors, who I don't like for some reason. I can't quite put my finger on why I distrust her so much. Must puzzle that one out.)

Driving back to the hotel we were treated to a Montana sunset over the countryside and mountains. Breathtaking! And a perfect end to a perfect evening.

Last night a wonderful Italian place, tonight the Mint...who knows where we'll eat tomorrow?