Every season has its redeeming qualities, some more than others. Winter tests my creativity more than the other seasons. Fireside anything is how I get through winter with a cheerful attitude!
Fireside
Yes, there have been times in my life when I did not live in a home that had a fireplace, though not often. Even when I was a young gal, living on my own for those earlier years.
I looked for apartments that offered one, and luckily I found them. But, for those other times, I would buy a fake electric unit that looked like it had a fire inside, and it did the trick!
Winters
Why fire? I love to cook. I have always loved to cook and even in those earlier years when I had my first apartments living on my own, I loved to have friends over and cook for them.
Fire, was always a natural ambiance when the days were short and we had to create social times indoors.
A fire beckons to come gather around, bring a plate, pour a drink, sip something hot… just be. A fire transforms my imagination to the outdoors.
Inspiration
Now that I am older and my children are all grown and having families of their own, I look to find something in each of my days that inspires me to go into the kitchen.
Once there, I am inspired, cook something amazing, have friends over, or simply strike a match, cook something amazing just for me and dine right there in front of the fire.
Who needs entertainment when you imagination can be set aflame by the simple strike of a match!
Where You’ll Find Me?
You will always find me in the kitchen, right here on my blog, or on social media sharing inspiration with my worldwide friends. If I am not in any of those places… you will find me right here, Fireside!
Have a lovely, warm, delicious and inspired winter.
I believe the table... that place that draws people to gather, is the most powerful symbol of togetherness. All that happens before the table is set, the planning, the gathering, the preparing, are all an intricate part of the dance that create the mood of celebration to share with friends and loved ones.