Red Beans and Rice

Whenever we want Cecil to visit, Karen makes Red Beans and Rice.  (See Creole-red-beans-kidney-and-rice) Cecil is one of my favorite people - we consider him a cousin - always fun to catch up with and full of interesting ideas to share - and Karen's cooking never fails to bring the fellow to the table.  Of course, Russ and Rob are like family, too, and so it was last weekend that we had a few lovely beers, (thanks Rob), a couple of Gin & Tonics and a Vermouth not to be believed (thanks Cecil).  Russ brought his always welcome humor and charm - which keeps the evening moving along lightly and easily.  Could not have had a better time.  Thanks to our historian, Rob, for the pics.