Another Taco Party

Yesterday, we had another party. It was tacos, too. It was another St. Joseph family, and the event was a combination of graduation and despedida (or going away) of sorts as the host has sold their house and will be moving to the South Bay, closer to the school of one of their daughters. The guest list was a mix of school, neighbors, and family. And yes, it was tacos galore. There was also homemade tamales and lots of desserts and baked treats.

Long tables were places around the backyard, while the taco "stand" and the cold beverages were situated right next to the pool. Lights were strung across the yard, as small candles were scattered on top of tables -- all illuminated right after the sun set.

Like all the other parties of this host family, there was swimming for the kids, and drinking for the adults. As responsible adults, no one had one too many to drink. In keeping with the evening's theme, frozen margaritas and Corona beer, plus shots of tequila, were the beverages of choice. Later in the evening, the kids huddled over a fire pit for some roasted marshmallows and smores.

The evenings had been cooler the past few nights, including last night. Without any canopies, tents or umbrellas to shield from the elements, the cold temperature became quite unbearable as the evening progressed. It was just past 11pm when everyone started trickling inside the house. Within a few minutes, most were calling it a night and saying their goodbyes.

By 11:30pm, we were headed home as well.