Bread and Soup
We had the distinct honor and privilege of being invited to and attending Eric and Kat’s annual Bread and Soup Party yesterday.
I wouldn’t have missed it for the world.
First off, you couldn’t have asked for a neater group of people; I didn’t meet everyone there — there was no way — but those I met were exceptional. Today I know why Eric says that he is quite particular about whom he calls “a friend.”
I probably had the greatest amount of conversation with Molly Holzschlag, a wonderfully interesting person with a neat angle on life and web design. It was a pleasure to talk with her and share some experiences.
I also met the Ferrett, whom I think is really funnier in person than in print. If you read his blog, you’ll know he’s funny already; seriously, I think he’s even funnier live and in person. Trust me, timing is everything, and his timing — while it shows in his writing — is better live.
Also, since his wife has turned him gay, he makes an outstanding black bean soup. Ferrett: I want that recipe!
And, yes, he was surrounded by a bevy of hot chicks — I kid you not!
My only regret was that we couldn’t stay longer, at least long enough to connect with Andy Clarke via iCam, and give him support for his work with his former client, Disney Store UK, which moved to another web design company and subsequently defenestrated accessibility and standards. Alas, the holidays have a way of mangling some of the best parts of itself…
All in all, we had an excellent time; my only hope is that we were as gracious guests as Eric and Kat were as hosts. A big “Thank You!” and warm holiday wishes to the Meyers from the Bend.
