August 18, 2021. Western Head, Nova Scotia. A Luncheon Party.

We were nine people at the party and what a party it was. Every part of the luncheon party was perfect. Friend Fran invited us for lunch at her home. As her home is for sale, this might be the last time we would dine at her home. Ken and I have had many lunches and dinners at the home but this lunch might just be the last. The first thing I liked was the guest list. One couple I had not met at all although they were well known to Larry and Jan. And another lady I have known for many years but never socially so I was pleased to get to know her better. So the group was congenial. I always think that a party is better if not everyone knows each oher and this party fit the bill. The food was served on beautiful china, from beginning to end which lends a touch of elegance to everything. Some one asked if Fran and Kelly brought the dishes with them from Winnipeg when they moved here 18 years ago. But no. She bought all the dishes at Hoggies, a used furniture store in town. Everyone laughed because we had all purchased things at the same place over the years. The food was delicious. We started with cheeses, crackers and grapes along with a glass of wine. We sat chatting in the living room, getting to know each other. At the dining table for the first course we ate chilled tomato soup and bread. Next we were served sea food salad with a bit of a curry salad dressing. Lobster, shrimp and scallops were in the salad along with greens. And for dessert we ate ice cream cake. What a wonderful meal. After lunch we sat on the deck and enjoyed the beautiful day. And we talked some more. Actually we did not leave until after 4:30. We nine were having such a good time that we were reluctant to leave. In every aspect of this luncheon party it was top drawer. I enjoyed myself and was grateful for Fran for putting the whole party together. Hats off to her.