Nice Little Treat

I was invited over to a distant friend of mine for lunch today. We use to work together when we were Realtors, then discovered we live right around the corner from each other. I had a small gathering at my home the prior month as a luncheon and decided to send the invite to whoever. She indicated she would love to come over. I was thrilled. This friend is the one that interested me in becoming an Antique Dealer and having my own little Boutique. Her home is filled with treasures both from hunting or from making herself. The talent is so mind boggling at times. I love being around women that have these little gifts as 'iron sharpens iron'. So, I go over for lunch and she's preparing a wonderful salad quite different than what I'm used to and I'm watching, asking questions, and learning. It was so great. How she set her table and presented her food was so elegant, yet simple. She head another friend with her and the conversation flowed, the food was wonderful and there was such a relaxed atmosphere that before I realized it, I had been there two hours. With other errands to run, her other friend and I were departing and she made us a wonderful to go plate. Such generosity, and sweetness. I don't know what I was expecting but I had a wonderful time. The only thing that would have made it better is if my Aunt could have come, but she'll make it next time. Relationships take nurturing, time, communication and honesty. I pray our relationship as friends grow and feel especially blessed to be reunited with this friend. Was a very pleasant afternoon.