A Winter Respite

When winter, with its single digit temps and some long, lonely days,  begins to get on one's nerves, one solution is to invite a dear friend for brunch.  

It's fun to decide what to serve, how to decorate, and to share precious hours with a person one loves.

When having a special brunch,  beautiful Old Country Roses dishes, red goblets, and a lace cloth, make a table look lovely.   

Recently, a dear cousin and I, had quiche, guacamole with crackers, fresh cherries, and spice cake with cream cheese frosting.

 Of course, coffee accompanied our little brunch.

These kinds of respites bring sunshine into our lives despite dark grayness and cold outside.

Now, with Valentine's Day around the corner, it's also fun to add hearts and other decor to celebrate the upcoming day of love. 

WHAT DO YOU DO TO ADD JOY TO WINTER ?