Crafts, Ostrige and New Year’s: December 31

We began New Year’s Eve at a traditional crafts market. Although the Kramer’s had already purchased a car full of souvenirs, we had not yet been inspired to claim anything as our own. That is until Joe spotted the hand-carved chess sets. Running back and forth between stands, haggling prices and handling every single piece, Joe finally decided on a board and accompanying stand. Happy with our purchases, we set off to explore a near-by ostridge farm (Kelli’s mom loves them and we really couldn’t argue as she was footing the bill). Although we were more than a little skeptical, we ended up having a blast. Paying for the guided tour, we learned all about the fascinating birds, had the opportunity to feed them, tested the strength of their eggs by standing on one, marveled at the cuteness of the little ones, and even got to sit on one. On our way out, one greedy ostrige made a fleeting attempt to snag Mr. Kramer’s watch, leaving us rolling with laughter. Good times. The evening was spent trying to digest a five course meal, each one larger than the previous and enjoying fireworks from our room at the bed and breakfast. Reflecting on the rocky end to 2006, we allowed ourselves to fantasize about an outstanding 2007.