Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!  We've had a full day, capped off by fireworks over Boston Harbor.  But first...

Okay, we're even!  Mimi spent a couple of hours Saturday at the genealogy library with me, so I spent a couple of hours today at the Boston Aquarium.  I am completely creeped out by the most "normal" fish, and then throw in some eels, piranhas, and leafy sea dragons (Google this one -- you'll have nightmares!), and I'm sick to my stomach.  At least, thought I, we'll get to see some frolicking penguins and playful seals...  Nope.  The penguins are "on vacation" at an undisclosed location while the aquarium is remodeled, and the sea lions are in an outdoor (hence, 25 degrees) habitat, and not too playful!
The city is very festive preparing for "First Night."  There are ice sculptures and parades and lots of people.  We walked and window-shopped, and even joined in part of the tour of the historic building we're staying in.

We ate dinner at Ruth's Chris (mostly on Mimi's can money!).  So good, and in a beautiful location -- the old City Hall.  Then we walked around town (still in the high 20's, low 30's, but less wind so more bearable) a little before warming up with Anderson Cooper and Kathy Griffin.  Finally, off to the observation deck on the roof, overlooking Boston Harbor for some snacks, a little champs, quite a bit of shivering, and a great fireworks show.

A fabulous start to 2013!  Happy New Year to all.