It seems like it has been forever since I hosted the OMs (Original Mahjettes, as we call ourselves) but finally today we were all chez moi. And I used the occasion to celebrate three November birthdays: S1, S2, and J.
Our lunch was my favorite – one of the Barefoot Contessa‘s fabulous and very hearty soups – so delicious! I will post the recipe tomorrow. Before everyone arrived I placed a jar of my homemade cranberry relish at each place. I have been making this recipe every year since 1976…it’s a tradition for me!
Right after lunch we began our game play – and we were really playing fast today so we got in many, many games. Nothing could make me happier because we were able to make a donation to Stay Strong and Mahj On (SSAMO) for $75 (a couple of days worth of winnings)!
I was so happy to have a Jokerless hand…we actually had two of them today!Here are some of the winning hands today (although there were many more than what I will post here):
Wait a minute, who is that causing trouble and suddenly sneaking out of the closet?
But before we went any further, it was time for a happy birthday dessert for the three November birthday girls – Talenti Mediterranean Mint Gelato, Talenti Double Dark Chocolate Gelato, and topped with a fudge covered brownie and a happy birthday candle! YUM!
It was so great to have the OMs back here – it was a wonderful day!
Ann, everything looked beautiful, the presentation, the food and your group.. Wow what a beautiful day. Glad you are back safe and sound
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Thanks, Fern. Looking forward to our dinner! Ann xxo
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thanx for your emails. i remember the original mahjettes from the mah jongg cruises that were run by larry krams of mah jongg madness . you brought back memories. arlene(shorts) herman
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Ann,
Perfection!
Friends, food, gifts, giving, and Mahjongg, shared in such a thoughtful and lovely way.
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Joan – thanks for this lovely message. Ann
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You set a beautiful table….both for lunch and for mahj! So, recipe for soup is coming, but do you share your recipe for the cranberry sauce too??? It all looks wonderful!!
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Send me your email address and I will send you the recipe – it’s the best!
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A rich and gorgeous life. You have made a beautiful world for you and your OM’s…
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Thanks, Toby. Hope you will return to NYC soon. Thinking of you and your mom and wishing you both a happy and healthy Thanksgiving holiday! xxo
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yum, indeed!!!!!looks fabulous
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‘Twas a great day. And hope to have some Mah Jongg game time with you soon!
Ann xxo
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Wonderful. You ladies sure know to have a great day.
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Wow~ what a festive day it was for all of you. And homemade cranberry relish!! What a treasure to bestow on all. Hugs, Phyllis C
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Wish you were here to share it all with us!
Ann xxo
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