Relaxing on the patio

I have discovered yet another reason I am thankful to have our own private home. Tonight Jesse and I had a nice, relaxing evening. We finally have a (used) patio set with a table, and so tonight we decided to eat outside. Jesse grilled shish-ka-bobs (I have no idea how to spell that) made with chicken, shrimp, broccoli, and mushrooms. I tossed a caesar salad and made crisp lemonade. Then we sat eating and talking on the porch, with smooth James Taylor playing out of our surround system, the ceiling fans blowing lightly, and the dogs playing in the yard. It was a quiet, yet fun, entertaining dinner.

I know it sounds cheesy, but times like that are among my very favorite.