The holidays are here, and like every other year, I’m vowing to be ready. I promise help you get ready, too! I know you like to gather and love as much as I do, especially this time of year. To keep your mind on people and off holiday hamster wheel, I’ve put together a few gift ideas for you. There’s something…
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Spreading Turquoise Cheer
“Too often the stumbling block to meeting our neighbors is the front door. By being outside in the front yard, The Turquoise Table eliminates that obstacle.” How great is this quote from my friend Susan? She has a heart for connection, and has truly embraced the Front Yard People spirit. With two kids away at college and the other a…
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St. Lucia Day: A Christmas Tradition
St. Lucia Day: An Easy Family Christmas Tradition Tradition. Family. Food. All key ingredients this time of year as we celebrate the holidays. The word holiday means ‘holy day’ and means to set apart and make special. St. Lucia Day is a day set apart during Advent to honor the patron saint of light. Our family enjoys learning about other cultures and…
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Celebrate St. Nicholas Day in Your Neighborhood
Celebrating St. Nicholas Day is a wonderful opportunity to spread holiday joy and cheer in your neighborhood. The Story of St. Nicholas The traditional Advent feast day, which occurs on December 6th, remembers St. Nicholas who was the Bishop of Myra (near the southern coast of Turkey) in the fourth century. His parents died when he was young, leaving Nicholas…
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Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix For a Crowd
This super chocolate-y hot chocolate will bring good cheer to anyone who drops by for a visit. The creamy blend of cocoa and white chocolate says l.o.v.e. in a mug. All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt. ~ Charles Schulz Keep this dry mix on your counter in a festive container. When friends…
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31 Days: The Last Christmas {at the table with Kate Battistelli}
Have you ever met someone and immediately felt they had a special something, that je ne sais quoi sparkle about them? That’s the way I felt when I first met Kate. Funny thing is that we still haven’t met in real life (12 days until we do!), but we are kindreds— crazy for Jesus, family, food, and friends. I could tell…
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