Celebrate the special bond between mothers and daughters with a lakeside retreat this summer. Set aside one girls-only weekend to share a lakeside picnic, tell stories and sit on the dock together with all the time in the world.

It doesn’t have to be a fancy affair; rather, let everyone contribute a recipe, so nobody has to work too hard to make it happen. Invite each person to bring flowers, serving dishes, tablecloths and decorations, and when it’s time to set the table, choose pieces from the collection that create a fun, casual atmosphere.