Wednesday, December 19, 2012

The Company of Friends

I don't do it often enough, but I love to entertain.  I enjoy everything about it.
I enjoy designing the table,


planning the menu,


polishing the silver,


and opening my door to welcome dear friends and family.

I hope you are enjoying the company of those dear to you during this holiday
season.  I believe it is especially important now 
that we seek joy and peace in the company of others.
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  1. From the KitchenDecember 19, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    I agree! And, I'd love to have you at my table.

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  2. LynnDecember 19, 2012 at 9:22 PM

    My dear Bonnie, as an educator you have been on my mind over the past few days. Recent event’s gave me pause on decorating for the holidays. Somehow it felt disrespectful to display splendor when so many were facing bleak days. When I asked my husband whether he cared if I skipped the fa la la this year, his answer was it was not the décor but how I reacted to presenting our home during the holidays. End result ~ warm, subdued, serene this year. And yes, at the end of the day new words : healing, faith and hope. Visitors welcome. May you also experience all the joys of the holidays.

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    1. BonnieDecember 21, 2012 at 9:31 AM

      Lynn, Thank you for all you thoughts. This has indeed been a sad week. The events of last Friday have weighed heavy on the hearts of all of us. I have faith in humanity... I do believe we will rise no matter how difficult. My thoughts and prayers remain with those who have lost so very much. Merry Christmas! Bonnie

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  3. webbDecember 19, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    Gorgeous table. I am totally stealing it next year!

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  4. LynneDecember 20, 2012 at 12:13 AM

    Lovely Bonnie . . . I like the large pine cones in the mercury glass and the assorted silver/pewter candle sticks . . . beautuful! And being with friends . . . how sweet it is.
    Merry and Happy Christmas . , ,

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  5. Gardener in the DistanceDecember 20, 2012 at 7:05 AM

    Bonnie, yes, it's true, but I'm enjoying some alone time! Just a little bit, just for a while, before I open the gates!

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  6. Sunflowers With SmilesDecember 20, 2012 at 7:10 AM

    Your table looks amazing. Hope you have a wonderful holiday.

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  7. DebbieDecember 20, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    ditto to all of that!! your table is beautiful and i know your meal will be delicious!! have fun bonnie and enjoy the time with your family & friends!!

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  8. BethDecember 20, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    What a lovely table. Hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday season.

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  9. LeslieDecember 20, 2012 at 11:43 PM

    Bonnie, Love your simple and elegant table decor. I agree.. we just don't entertain enough. Friends are so important and PART of the joy is all the preparation :)

    Happy holidays and wishing you a wonderful new year ahead!

    xxleslie

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