I’m not too sure how it is being born so close to Christmas – since I was born in March. That being said, I had the chance this year, to go out to the pub and celebrate two fold – not only Paul’s birthday – but also, on Christmas, Paul and Anna got Engaged.
Thus, I take a moment to say Happy Birthday Paul, and Congratulations to you both!
December 10th, my company hosted a black tie Christmas party (I’m one of the ladies in Red, naturally) with the theme of “Casino Royal”. While some people would say it’s a bit extreme cost wise for those attending, I personally spent ~200 euro for my dress, shoes, makeup, and everything. For me, that once a year cost of the outfit and really getting to go out on the town looking super-de-dooper. There’s plenty of pictures up on my flickr site that you can peruse through if you’re signed in and one of my contacts (click here). Otherwise, Here’s a few pictures for you…
I’d like those chips now, please.
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Table decorations
Our Menu.. of tasty goodness
Tony & Me looking Fab!
Dancing, Dancing, Dancing
Burning the Midnight (ok it was 3am when I got home) Oil
Happy Holidays from this Miss Claus.
Here in Ireland, less than two weeks in, I have to chuckle. It’s Sir Arthur Guinness Day, the day when everyone going to the pub gets a free pint of Guinness – for the toast at 17:59 PM (Yes, you did hear that right – FREE BEER!). It’s supposed to be a global toast – and there’s a big huge musical celebration at the Guinness factory for the event. Not only is it a huge musical event – it’s also televised live around the nation and shown in nearly every pub you can find. My video is a bit dark (it was in the pub, of course) but it gives you an idea of the happenings…
Why are we toasting at 1759 you ask? The reason is because it was 251 years ago, in 1759, on September 23 (or 24th) that Sir Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000 year lease on the right to make Guinness Brew itself. Ever since, the dark ruby red liquid has been brewed at St. James Gate brewery here in Dublin. Apparently, the brew is known around the world and is synonymous with “Ireland”, and the brilliant marketing people at Guinness started this “tradition” with the 250th birthday. Now, it’s an excuse to go to the pub, get a free brew (and then pay for a few more) and hang out with friends.
So, Here’s to Arthur, on the 251st anniversary of Guinness…
It’s just too bad that I.Don’t.Like.Guinness. No really. I took the beer, drank a couple swallows at the toast, and then gave it away to those who actually enjoy it. Then, I went and ate dinner and had a diet coke. Just don’t tell anyone, ok? 😛
