Breakfast Quote by Barbara Delinsky
““French toast? Frittata? Definitely frittata. Leaving the table again, she transferred a small packet from freezer to fridge. It was salmon, home-smoked on the island and more delicious than any she had ever found elsewhere. Smoked salmon wasn't Cecily's doing, but the dried basil and thyme she took from the herb rack were. Taking a vacuum-sealed package of sun-dried tomatoes from the cupboard, she set it on the counter beside the herbs. Frittata, hot biscuits, and fruit salad. With mimosas. And coffee. That sounded right. Eaten out on the deck maybe? No, not on the deck, unless the prevailing winds turned suddenly warm. They would eat here in the kitchen, with whatever flowers the morning produced. Surely more lavender. A woman could never have enough lavender- or daylilies or astilbe, neither of which should bloom this early, but both of which had looked further along than the lavender, yesterday morning, so you never knew.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Secret Garden of Summer, Barbara Delinsky, 2018
A character plans a leisurely brunch, savoring simple pleasures while observing nature’s timing and abundance.
In simple terms: Enjoy small moments and notice nature’s rhythm.
Appreciate everyday details.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- breakfast planning
- garden gathering
- seasonal cooking
- floral decoration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you incorporate sensory details into daily routines?
- What small rituals bring you peace?
The narrative may idealize calm, ignoring practical constraints.