That's 'tapas'....not topless

We celebrated more birthdays on my moms side of the family today and we decided to have a tapas party. Well when my mom told Rich about it he thought she said 'topless' instead of 'tapas'. Then she told Erik and he thought the same thing. Then we told Billy and HE thought the same thing. At that point we started pronouncing it 'tap-as' so it wouldn't be so confusing. Gosh, why do boys always have to make everything so dirty? ;)

Ironically it was right after a Weight Watchers meeting that I got on the phone with my mom and we came up with the menu. Let's just say I didn't track my points for tonight.

Pepperoni Pizza rollups

Chips and Salsa (salsa with and without cilantro)

Parmesan potatoes

Marinara, Ranch and sour cream dipping sauces

Bacon wrapped little smokey's...aka Every Fat Kid's Dream...or as I like to call them, heaven on a toothpick. (message me if you want the recipe. And believe me...you WANT the recipe!)

Grilled zucchini with mozzarella

Pasta salad

We figured we needed to add something with at least a little nutritional value

Lemon and lime wedges for our drinks and a bit of festive flair

Such a delicious dinner! In case you're wondering, tapas is a European thing. In some places they go out from 4-6 and get tapas (basically appetizers) and mingle with friends and neighbors before going home with their families to have dinner around 8 pm. At least that's what my mom told us. I'm sure google could tell you more. Oh crap! I just realized I didn't take any pictures of the meatballs. They were delicious too!

Gracie, Grandma DeEtte and Violette

Banxton, Oliver and Grandpa Rich (Birthday boy #1)

Erik (Birthday boy # 2) and Banxton

Ashley, Ellie and Billy (Birthday boy #3...he was very excited about his Hollister gift bag, ha ha!)

We had a fun night, as always! Now, what to do for the next party?