What a truly wonderful treat....to be feted and dined by your own child! I never dreamt, all those many years ago, that my lively, bouncy little black eyed sprite would one day be cooking me a delicious gourmet dinner, served up right in her cozy warm and beautiful home.
As a mother,we measure our successes by where our children are at any given moment in their lives. And last night this is what I saw.........my daughter as a beautiful healthy woman, funny, intelligent, able to make the right decisions for herself, forgiving, loving, fun and an amazing cook! When I look at her, I know I am a success.
Her beautiful friend Heather, with the most amazing brown eyes, was there too. More affirmation to me that I succeeded with Aryn. Boy, does she know how to pick friends. Heather was charming and fun and I came away from her with greater knowledge and understanding of certain things we discussed. It is a gift when you meet someone that can leave you wiser than you were a few minutes before.
We had a fourth at the table as well. What can I say? Just check out the pictures.
Dinner was incredible. I can honestly say that the scallops Aryn served were probably the best food I have eaten. It was beyond tasty and perfectly executed. The salmon she made puts mine to shame and "potato risotto"? It was amazing! Heather, bless her. brought the most delicious chocolate torte with a raspberry coulees on top. MMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!!!!!!!!Totally yummy!!!
All in all a most successful lovely evening..to be repeated I hope!!
Wow....this entry brought tears to my eyes. I am so happy that I am friends with your daugther too. You are both such wonderful women, and I am excited to come over one day and learn how to make yorkshire!!! xox
ReplyDeleteOMG you two. I'm at my desk and glad I'm alone because I'm tearing up!!! It was lovely having you both over and I can't wait to do it again!!! xoxoxoxoxoxoxooxxxx
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