It's a Progressive kind of thing...

Recently, I attended my very first Progressive dinner. For years I have wanted to participate in one, but with three kids (one being less than a year old) the very thought of having a night out to one's self was only a daydream. Fortunately my luck proved great this year and the hubby decided to take the kids to Chicago the weekend our local Garden Club booked theirs. Four weeks later I attended. Yes, it was just as great as imagined. And then some.

1st Course (My house): Pumpkin Curry Soup

2nd Course: Rotini Olive & Mushroom Pasta Salad
Decor at house #2


3rd Course: Hors D' Ouerves (instead of an entree)
Some of the selections in a closer view:


4th Course: Dessert (Of course!)
Eggnog for everyone!


Vanilla bean custard (homemade)

Some Decor at home #4:


And last but NEVER the least (trust me!)
House #5: After Dinner Drinks and "Dirty Santa" (aka "White Elephant")

The basement and bar: