I am one of those people who don’t mind friends dropping by unannounced. In fact, I kind of prefer it over making plans. I get a giddy feeling that although quite spontaneous, there is an element of thoughtful engagement as to whom the person should visit.
Today I called my friend Talia to see if she was free for a spur of the moment visit. Note: it doesn’t hurt to have a cup of coffee to bring to them. The girls played wonderfully & we had time to catch up.
Things I’ve learned over the years about spontaneous hospitality:
1. Having drink options in your house helps.
2. Leaving gifts or thoughtful cards on a friend’s doorstep.
3. Bringing coffee over when making a meal is too much.
4. Welcoming someone into your home by leading them to the comfy chairs.
5. Bringing a meal just because.
What do you prefer…last minute visits or planned ones? Why?
Backdoor Hospitality 
I love both kinds of visits, planned or unplanned. I love when people feel that they can stop by anytime. I am also a planner, so to have several people over at once takes planning for me, but it is so worth it. When my children were younger we would have pumpkin carving every year. Read today’s post:http://www.thelostapron.com/2012/10/pumpkin-carving.html
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Ana–it is so nice when someone feels comfortable enough to stop by on a whim. Kamille
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definitely unplanned – it’s a very British thing to do (although not as much now as when I was little with the advent of mobile phones!)grace and peace,-Lucy
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Lucy we are kindreds and I would hope you would always stop by my house if you ever move back to Bham. Kamille
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