The Turquoise Table

Kristin Schell

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Hosting A Multigenerational Coffee

I heard my home phone ring, but couldn’t find the receiver. We never use our landline anymore. The calls are automated anyways — from the pharmacy reminding us to pick up a prescription or a pre-recorded political message. I felt a familiar nudge, the one that moves me into action. This time it prompted me to listen to the message…
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Taking Stock: Life in Gerunds

I was away from home. Counting sunsets first on the Atlantic coast and then the Pacific. Twelve sleeps in all. . . a very long time for this mama to be away from her people. There are so many good and wonderful things to tell you about the Allume Conference and the Books & Such Literary Retreat. But, I’m a…
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Invitation to The Turquoise Table

I just finished writing the first edition of The Turquoise Table newsletter. I’m so excited about the community that is growing and wanted to make sure you know you are invited to the table! What is The Turquoise Table? The turquoise table is a real place. Last year, after writing the series 31 Days of Outrageous Hospitality, I did something a little…
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Summer Squash Frittata

My friend Lulu is one of the best cooks this side of, well, heaven. She’s got a knack for all things food related and can turn simple ingredients into masterpieces. More than the food she serves, though, her kitchen embodies the meaning of home. We’ve spent countless hours, with Littles spanning all ages, at barstools pulled up to her center…
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When you need a little hope

When you need a little hope I woke up this morning in need of hope. I wonder if you might, too. In the last few days, our prayer list has multiplied. And, it’s hard. Lots of icky stuff going on in the village—cancer, death, major surgeries, divorce. I don’t know how to relate to all of my friends’ struggles, but I…
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Chicken Marbella

My friend Claire is known throughout the village, and quite possibly the entire land, for her Chicken Marbella recipe. Claire is the kind of friend who shows up at three o’clock in the afternoon with a bottle of champagne and a pint of pomegranate seeds declaring, “we need to catch up.” Clearly the world needs more people like Claire. I…
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