I see some of my girlfriends almost daily.  Those who have kids at the same school and/or in the same activities- I see them frequently.  What I’ve realized lately is that although I see them regularly, we don’t really get to spend much time together, as friends.  We’re together as parents, because of a shared interest our kids have, or school, but not just us, to spend time together.  (Really, though, I don’t know that I will ever feel like I get to see ANY of my girlfriends enough. Life is so busy!). I decided I’d invite a few of my ladies over one morning and have a quick and easy breakfast.  We are all super busy, and actually talked about that, and set a time where we could all feel ok to get up and leave.  What was important was for us to have some US time, to sit, to chat, to laugh, eat, and enjoy. Prep and set up had to be quick, and simple. So did cleanup. I didn’t want to waste my friend time doing chores, I wanted to sit, enjoy and laugh.

How to Host a Quick & Easy Breakfast (in Under an Hour)

1. Plan a SIMPLE menu.  In fact, KISS it.  (Keep it simple, silly!) One hot dish, if you want. I did a quick hashbrown casserole. Took 3 minutes to prep, 45 to bake, it was out of the oven before anyone walked in the door, and ready to eat when everyone arrived.

2. Less is more. Just a few things to eat will be fine.  I set out some fruit arranged on a plate along with apple cider donuts (it is fall… these are a treat) and the casserole.  Add some coffee and boom. Done. More guests than 4-5? Add more fruit on a larger platter. It doesn’t have to be cut fancy, just make sure it’s ready to grab and eat for your guests!

3. Keep it simple. Make sure your party areas are neat and clean- but you really don’t need to have a lot of fuss.

4. Enjoy. Seriously. This is why you are HAVING people over for breakfast- so you can enjoy their company. So sit down, don’t worry about the cleanup until later.  Eat that hot dish while it’s still warm. Nibble on the donut.  Enjoy that fruit.

Just a note: I did not have a please-wear-black dress code request. Apparently when my friends have to get up and know they may be in photos, they opt for black. I find it kind of funny 🙂

And cleanup?  Well, if you keep the menu simple, chances are, the cleanup will be too.  Making a mess in prepping for the party was not something I minded doing. It was a Happimess. That’s a phrase Delta has coined when messes happen because life is lived, fun is had. The cleanup wasn’t bad either- reminders of a happy morning, time spent with friends, moments shared. The Delta Faucet Touch20 technology makes cleanup SO easy.  Also kind of fun.  With a quick touch of the faucet- any part of your faucet- it’s an easy on- so you aren’t getting the mess that’s on your hands onto the faucet.  You aren’t having to wash hands before you wash dishes. Plus, it’s just another conversation starter…. and friends will want to test out your faucet.  It’s pretty cool technology.

I’d rather have a happimess than an immaculate living space every single day if it means more moments with friends and family to treasure. Wouldn’t you?

 

Why do people treat mess like it’s a bad thing? It’s actually the evidence of a life well lived. When you’re out there making, creating, doing and playing, embrace your #HappiMess and let Delta kitchen and bath innovations help clean up so you can do it all again tomorrow.

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Delta via Mode Media.  The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Delta.