One of my goals this year is to host a themed dinner party every quarter with the hope of living more intentionally, slowing down and gathering with people I love. We held the first one this weekend: a “spring awakening party” in honor of the recent equinox. After a dreary winter, it’s easy to celebrate the trees beginning to blossom, the daffodils out in full force and longer, warmer days finally returning. There’s something so poetic about life coming back into the world around you! 🌻 We shared a spring inspired menu with fresh, simple things that tasted like the season (pea + mint soup, herb-crusted salmon and cucumber-mint coolers). We encouraged everyone to wear florals or spring hues. We put flowers everywhere: all along the table, in our drinks and even in the soup! We even had everyone share their rose, thorn and bud: a conversation starter that shares something in your life that you’re proud of, something that’s challenging you and something that you’re hopeful for. It wa...