It was a good one this year. Cold and crisp with a full moon. More than 100 people stuck their noses in. It seems we all need some community time. And somebody has to turn the sun.
As we age, the end time of the winter solstice party seems to be approaching the start time (4:15pm to see the lighting). We were inside by 11pm. Thanks to all who came!
Turn sun turn!
Of course there is just a smidge of prep for a fire like this. We had some help from Romey’s yard in Berkeley Spings this year.
But eventually the day of the party arrives and it is time to make the eggnog and light the burn barrels.
We always light the fire shortly after dark. This year there were LOTS of people on hand for the lighting.
The only problem with a big iteration of the solstice party is not enough time to catch up with everybody.
We had some fun with the full moon.
And the we settled in to enjoy eachothers’ company. But not before a close call! Oh my…
The Cigital alums were out in force…
Once again, the dogs did it best.
And the party at the bar? Well, that ended by 4am.
Dec 20, 2024 @ 14:14:54
Thanks for the beautiful photos of what we were sorry to miss! Hope the next solstice takes place in less extreme weather!
Dec 20, 2024 @ 16:53:09
Extreme?! Why that’s when it is 10 degrees and icy. You are always welcome.
Dec 20, 2024 @ 14:34:59
Looks like a big success! Wishing you the best this holiday season!
Dec 20, 2024 @ 16:54:16
Well the keg did get kicked and we ran out of homemade eggnog, so there’s that. Much fun was had.
Dec 20, 2024 @ 16:59:23
Sorry to have missed what looked like good fun!
I’ll be there in the summer… And see you soon to play a little music!
Dec 20, 2024 @ 17:02:34
Let’s do it. Shall we do some Christmas music??
Dec 20, 2024 @ 22:18:50
One of these December’s I’m gonna NOT be a Chef at the busiest time of the year and get my ass there! Miss and love you both!
Dec 21, 2024 @ 00:59:37
Somebody has to feed the people.
Dec 21, 2024 @ 12:08:31
Looks like a fun time. Love to you two.