We ran some errands tonight, like changing our cell phones over, finally, and getting some birthday cards (you know who you are) and then went to a Mexican restaurant we'd heard about called La Fiesta. So we walked in and were greeted by a tall blonde girl, our first disappointment. Then we were served by a brunette woman, a little closer to Mexican but still as gringa as they get. The food was decent but we don't eat Mexican food just for the taste. We love to interact with Spanish-speakers and try to make relationships. How can you have a real Mexican restaurant without waiters who can't pronounce most English words and "chip boys" who can only say, "chips," and "more salsa?" C'mon, you all know its true!
We're a little sad tonight because we're missing the annual Raymer fish fry at Dave and Deena's (Jen's parents) in Bellflower, IL. It is a great time with lots of delicious fried fish (all caught by Dave and Deena,) homemade hushpuppies and fresh cut fried potatoes. Mmmmm. To all those who are or were there, hope you ate some hushpuppies for us and maybe even consumed an adult beverage in our name! We love you all!
Things are going to be getting busy for us here in the next few weeks but we'll try to keep everyone posted on what's up. We look forward to hearing from any and all of you!
-joel
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