Mike,
I'm glad that our grub was pleasing to your palates. The ribs were choice cut beef short ribs, southern style (boneless), braised in Joe DiSanto's Apple Jack BBQ sauce, and then set in slow cookers, with the balance of the DiSanto sauce on hand poured over the meat and allowed to "settle in". About eight hours of slow cooking makes them just fall apart on your fork, and the light caramelization of the sauce gives them a nice "smoky" taste.
It *was* great that the wives had a chance to talk about "non-train" stuff, if only to grasp the fleeting edge of their sanity, and I think it made a difference that they found other folks who had other interests. Nice variety of discussions going on...
I'm pleased that we were able to offer you and Marge a nice time, and I *REALLY* appreciate the help that both of you lent to the deal. Marge is a Princess, and you need to give her abundant hugs for me, okay??
Kevin,
Glad that you had phun and enjoyed the phestivities!! Suzi has the makings of a proper lansdscaper, and her talents at creating scenes should be engouraged. She did surprise me (pleasantly, I'd say) when upon first greeting she indicated that she wanted to be held... Made me feel special in a grandfatherly sort of way. Good practice for later... (check her pockets for wayward pebbles) Sorry that Allison couldn't make it, but maybe next time down here, eh??
Todd,
You and Linda are entirely welcome. It pleases me that you both enjoyed your visit, and hope that the SDRR measured up (in some areas at least) to your expectations. Glad to have you both over!!!