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Camelot

I’m thrilled to have Stephanie share her turquoise table story with you today! These beautiful words and her moving story were recently published in her Dallas area neighborhood newsletter. Stephanie’s story has reminded me that front yard people span generations and the invitation to the table? It’s always open. Thank you Stephanie for sharing your story and for being Front Yard People!   Front Yard…
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Who Are the People In Your Neighborhood?

“What will New York be like, Mommy?” our soon-to-be eight year old asked on the flight from Austin last week. “Mmmm. . . it’ll feel big. And, busy. There’s a special rhythm to the city,” I held her hand tight in the turbulence. “Will I meet a friend?” Of all the questions she could have asked about our imminent arrival,…
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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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31 Days: I Dare You!

Have you ever taken a dare? What about a double dog dare? Those are super hard to resist. What about a dare in the name of Jesus? To be honest, I’ve never thought of a dare in the name of Jesus. It makes me all squirmy. Like it might be sacrilegious or something. But, when I read these words by…
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31 Days: Front Yard People

I need your help. I have two picnic tables that need to be finished for an outrageous idea I have. I want to be a front yard person. What if we were front yard people? Remember when I shared ways my neighbors were offering hospitality without cooking? The water fountain, Little Free Library, and our Front Yard Friday gatherings made…
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I'm on a mission to love my neighbors. I put an ordinary picnic table in my front yard, painted it turquoise and invited neighbors, friends, and even strangers to hang out and do life together at the Turquoise Table®.

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