7 Quotes from Simple Hospitality to Encourage the Book Lover’s Heart
From the pages of Simple Hospitality by Jennifer Boyd
Whether you’re reading with your morning coffee or tucking in with a book before bed, sometimes just one sentence can gently shift your day. These words from Simple Hospitality are small reminders to slow down, open your heart, and look for beauty in the ordinary.
Here are 7 quotes to encourage your heart—and maybe even inspire a little hospitality today.
1. “When we open our doors with love, we make room for someone to feel seen, known, and cherished.”
📖 Reflection: Who could use a little extra space in your life this week—emotionally or physically?
💌 Try this: Send a text or card to someone who might need to feel remembered.
2. “Hospitality doesn’t require a big house or a fancy menu. It starts with a willing heart.”
📖 Reflection: What holds you back from inviting others in—perfectionism or pressure?
🕯 Try this: Light a candle, serve what you have, and invite someone over for tea.
3. “Kindness can be as small as folding a towel or making someone laugh.”
📖 Reflection: What’s one simple act of service you can offer someone in your home today?
4. “The table isn’t about what’s on it—it’s about who’s around it.”
📖 Reflection: Who are the people you most enjoy gathering with? When’s the last time you told them?
5. “Every handwritten note says, ‘You matter.’”
📖 Reflection: Who could use a note of encouragement from you today?
📬 Try this: Keep a stack of cards and stamps close by—just in case the moment calls for it.
6. “Hospitality is often quiet. It’s a rhythm, not a performance.”
📖 Reflection: What would happen if you let go of performance and embraced presence instead?
7. “The world doesn’t need more perfection—it needs more welcome.”
📖 Reflection: What does ‘welcome’ look like in your life this season?
💛 Looking for more gentle encouragement?
Order your copy of Simple Hospitality here, or gift it to a fellow book lover. It’s the kind of book meant to live on your nightstand, a coffee table, or right next to your favorite stationary.
