...and had a long day of working, celebrating and shopping.

I'm exhausted, but feel like I really accomplished a lot today - especially finding a new favorite restaurant.

We celebrated my Dad's 66th today and I took him to dinner at a great place in Portland on SE Stark called The Country Cat. It was AMAZING. I had read about it and learned that the chef/owner was formerly from Wildwood and his wife was the pastry chef at Lauro. It was like home style cooking with a fancy twist.

The restaurant had a great feel and for the taste, it was very reasonably priced. I liked that they had a kids menu that got Meagan to try something new -buttery noodles with cheese. She loved it.

My Dad and I had the special - Flank Steak with house made sausage, chantrelle mushrooms, kale and new potatoes. De.lish.ous. The picture doesn't do it justice.

My Mom had the burger which she said was very good. She ate till she was stuffed.

We also ordered dessert (of course). Our favorite was the Bittersweet Chocolate Bundt Cake with Ovaltine Ice Cream. Best. Icecream. Ever. Yummmm. I am going to think about that meal for days.

I will definitely plan to go back. I want to try everything on the menu. The bar food was very reasonably priced and it looks like they make some good drinks. Also kids eat free on Sundays. Awesome. You should go there.

After eating at the restaurant, my sister and I went to finish our Christmas shopping and get some supplies in case weather keeps us up on the hill the next few days. Poor Meagan was exhausted, but I am proud to say I am done with Christmas shopping. Yay!

BTW - Still doing great on the trim Challenge. No weight loss today, but loving having the juice for a snack.