Last Wednesday I drove to the area where I grew up to have lunch with six girlfriends I went to high school with. Sadly one gal who used to join us [when she was able] passed away last month. While the gathering wasn't to celebrate my birthday, my girlfriend, Sandy, brought me a birthday present. The gift bag contained a blue and white china night light for my living room, a tea-themed wall hanging, and a HomeGoods gift card. Thank you, Sandy!
Friday night we had dinner with my daughter and son-in-law for a belated birthday celebration. [Lori was sick last Sunday when I celebrated with the rest of the family.] Our table was right next to the fireplace and I couldn't resist taking a picture of the wintry scene.
They also came bearing gifts - a soft, comfy nightgown and slippers.
Lori and Dave's 3rd Wedding Anniversary is on Valentine's Day, so I baked a Carrot Cake [one of Dave's favorites], for them to take home to enjoy on Monday.
Yesterday was a big day at The Whitney. We served 99 guests for our annual Valentine's Tea and a Valentine's Bridal Brunch.
I was pleasantly surprised to see two friends at the tea - Cheryl and Ann. They're sisters, nurses, and were travel mates on the 2018 Southern Tea-time Getaway. It was great seeing them again. [Don't know who the lady in the middle is.]
With everything that was going on I didn't get a picture of the scone course, but I did get a picture of the other three courses. The tea was a special blend for The Whitney - Strawberry Chocolate [a black tea].
[Mixed Berries on Chocolate Chantilly Cream]
[Desserts]
It's always fun to wear holiday clothing to work, and I found a cute sweater at Kohl's to wear to the Valentine's Tea this year. A pair of red slacks accompanied it.
As I type this post, we are under a winter snow storm advisory, and the snow is really coming down. Not the best time to be traveling 75 miles for a family Super Bowl gathering! I stepped out on the front porch to take the photo below. Will report back later.
Wow, lots to comment on, let's see if I can remember what I thought as I read this post. First, what fun to get together with long-time friends, and I really like that wall hanging. Then the table near the fireplace looked so warm and cozy, and I know you enjoyed the time with Lori and her husband. I wish I could have been the 100th guest at The Whitney's Valentine celebrations - but 99 is pretty amazing! The food looks beautiful and delicious and I know the tea was delicious, too. I hope you were able to get to your SuperBowl gathering safely. Since Matt Stafford is from my state, I was rooting for the Rams, but I watched the game at home.
ReplyDeleteHave a good week, stay safe and warm. Happy Valentine's Day!