Ribz.

Today was a big public transit day! Dexter and I went via train then bus to reap the benefits of a 40% discount off of everything at Anthropologie (even sale). A friend is currently working there and has graciously made me her "partner" in fashion. I am super lucky. Super super lucky!

Dresses and shopping aside, we came back via bus and train too. And after coming home to do boring stuff like organize my kitchen island (Zzzz) and prepare invoices for the coming school year, Don and I hopped on the train again to get to a rib dinner.

Have I mentioned how great it is to have friends who also live near the train?

It's so convenient to get your BBQ fix.

But first there were snacks and sparkling wine.




Snuggling with the giraffe toy I got Dexter earlier that day.



The table was set.



Dexter is actually getting a little bit of attitude lately. He is crazy adventurous and needs to touch everything and go everywhere. When he comes across obstacles he just gets so frustrated. And when he is prohibited from touching certain things he also gets upset. Life as a toddler. Such discovery. Such limitation.



I like how in the first photo he is looking back to check and see if anybody is watching. Then he begins to crawl onto the balcony.



Back inside, we await the feast.



RIBS! Chris has been making ribs throughout the summer and has developed a pretty good technique by now.



Treats for me.



The Master with his craft.



After dinner we retire.



To the living room where we have dessert! Apples dipped in dulce de leche and mascarpone cheese.



After a nice visit, it's just a short walk and a train ride, and we're home again.

Public transit isn't just for people who can't afford cars (we have one, but we choose when we want to drive instead of defaulting to it). It's a quick, active, and convenient way to enjoy your evening featuring ribs. On nights when we prefer to take Dexter out in his sweet stroller and we don't feel like riding with a headwind? Meh, just hop on the train.