Last Friday was cold and gray in Brussels, but Cindy Lane's apartment was buzzing with conversation and pre-hangover happiness. 

Cindy's from Texas and knows how to mix her drinks and make her parties and Mexican food sizzle. She hosted a pick-your-own-theme party, and I decided on Margaritaville. I dressed in my beachy best, donning a sleeveless dress and flip flops in 38 degree weather, and I brought along my "lost shaker of salt."

Cindy had that 70s thang going on. Y'all should have seen her bell bottoms with the daisy appliques. Of course, she was wearing cute heels. She's no dirty hippie!

At first I was disappointed E had not turned on the flash for this photo, but you know, the bleary-eyed, out-of-focus vibe is just SO Margaritaville.

Good times.

March 29, 2007