hospitality humble pie


last night was the kick-off our our fall community group.
we had them all over for dinner...... it was also the first day of school.
which means it was a bit of a full day.....

pulled pork in the crock pot - check.
quinoa cooked - check
veggies - check
drinks - check (people bringing)
floors swept - um...nope.
counters wiped off - um...nope.
salad made - um....nope.

we used all but one of our plates and all of our forks..... we finished every bite of food.

it was a good reminder that my house does not have to be clean, organized, or put together nor does the food have to be amazing in order to open my doors and say, "come on in." i just hand over the knife and delegate cucumber chopping, wine pouring, and corn shucking. it was a good reminder for me and a good night to start off the fall!

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Mama V said…
Amen! Such welcome sounds lovely!
1:51 PM EDT
Susan said…
seriously! and i love the first day of school pics. and your $4.50 earnings at the stoop sale. :)
4:07 PM EDT
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