The first new Austin-based friend I made married her boyfriend of many years in a wonderful ceremony in Houston. Almost a decade after we met, how fitting. The wedding was like seeing a kid sister having her big day; it’s my nickname for Sonia too, ma petite soeur. In English, she’s the smarter, savvy kid sister who tries to steer the big brother in the right direction with the ladies. I’m sure there’s a word for it in one of the languages present that evening.
Since our anniversary was earlier, I know this is supposed to be wood as the gift. I will have to ask them what Switzerland (their current home) allows for plants or seeds. Ethan and Kelly got us hooked up with this awesome olive oil thing; I don’t know if it’s a co-op, commune, timeshare, etc. I just enjoy the good stuff Somara makes to eat and we’re due for another batch in the Spring. Pretty clever. Olives come from trees. Trees are the source of wood. Quite the touche move to the Maggis giving the Lowrys cotton t-shirts for their second.
Or I could be a wiseacre and send them music by Morningwood, Screaming Trees, and the Apples in Stereo.
Congratulations to them! If you know Sonia and/or Philippe, drop them a line!