“As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him.”
Psalm 103:13
October 6, 1930 is a day that I am so grateful for…it’s the day my sweet Daddy was born…making today his 85th birthday! His three grandchildren started calling him Pawpaw when they were small, so we follow suit with that affectionate name! Our family celebrated Sunday night in a simple way – just like Pawpaw! We ate his favorites…chicken casserole, sweet potatoes, pecan pie, and the like! In Proverbs 17, King Solomon says “A joyful heart is good medicine…” and we proved this true on Sunday evening! We laughed until we cried as we told stories and watched Pawpaw enjoy himself! Joy radiates from his presence and his laugh is so contagious! There is much to be learned from his life, and I hope you will read the post I did for his birthday last year: A Living Legacy. His life is one to be celebrated and the whole evening was wonderful! In the same way that God gives us food to nourish our bodies, he gives the sweet gift of a family to love and nourish our souls.
But let’s get back to the party…
The paisley tablecloth that was on clearance became the inspiration for the setting!
I introduced a little autumn, but kept it simple!
Playing off the golds, blues, and greens of the cloth for napkins and pumpkins! The gold flatware is a new purchase!
The porcelain pumpkins on the table have been around for many years!
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A pair of heavy iron candle stands graced the table with gold pillar candles for ambiance!
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Salt and pepper gifted by my sister-in-law – she always finds unique gifts for my tablescapes!
A velvet pumpkin rests on a rusty metal stand as the centerpiece!
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Just a shot taken from inside the chandelier!
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Seth and Pawpaw!
“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver”
Proverbs 25:11
The Details:
Tablecloth/Faux leather chargers – TJ Maxx
Dinner plates – Horchow.com American Atelier – “Baroque”
Stemware – Noritake – “Midnight Swirl”
Gold stainless flatware – Cambridge
Porcelain pumpkins – Department 56
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Happy birthday to your dad Pam!! Sounds like a great evening – love all the pumpkins!!
Thank you, Joy! I will share your sweet comments with him!
Happy 85th to your daddy, What a wonderful legacy. Your family is indeed blessed.
Brenda, God is faithful and good! Thank you and I will share with Daddy!
Wow, this is just perfect! Another reason to love autumn, your dad’s birthday! What a great man! Happy Birthday Coy!
Love you all,
Sandy
Thanks so much, I will share your sweet comments with Daddy!❤️
Wishing your daddy a very happy 85th birthday! My favorite color combo…beautiful tablecloth! ♥ your collection of pumpkins, especially the lime one.
Marigene, I will share your sweet comments with my Dad! Thanks and blessings!
Pretty tablescape, love the cloth! Happy birthday sweet Coy…how precious he is!
Thanks, sweet Jo! I will share with Daddy!
Such a gorgeous table…love the colors and the coordinating pumpkins…of course they coordinated!!…Loved the pic of the birthday boy…he does seem like he is very full of great life and spirit…his eyes twinkle!!
Shirley, your sweet comments will be shared with my Dad! Thanks!
Happy birthday to your dad. You set a lovely table my friend xo
Katherine, thanks so much! My Dad had enjoyed hearing the comments!
You must know how I love that paisley table cloth – and with blue, even better! Your pumpkins are perfect colors for the decor, and those chunky candle stands are awesome. It’s wonderful to hear about your dad and the fabulous celebration you all shared in honor of his birthday. What a wonderful post, Pam!
Kim, I love sharing about my Godly Daddy! He is a rock! Thanks sweet friend! Wishing you a lovely Thursday!
Your table is gorgeous. I love the paisley tablecloth. I enjoyed reading about your father. It is so important to honor our parents.
Trish, I so appreciate your comments and will share them with my Daddy! Blessings!
Your Tablescape looks great. Happy Birthday to your Daddy 🙂 Thank you for sharing with us at #HomeMattersParty . We would love to have you again next week.
Thanks so much and I love sharing at the Home Matters Party!
I love the lime green with the cobalt blue and orange. Lovely! Happy birthday to your dad! What a great legacy he is living for his family!
Thanks so much for your gracious comments! My Dad is a giant of a man! Wishing you a joy-filled day!
Gorgeous tables – Thanks for linking up to Pin Worthy Wednesday, I have pinned your post to the Pin Worthy Wednesday Pinterest Board.
Love, love, love. love this! I think we are soul sisters. I will definitely be back to see your Tuesday tablescapes. Here’s one of my favorites – http://www.missysneckofthewoods.blogspot.com/2015/06/gone-fishinfathers-day-2015.html
you can see more under “parties”. Beautiful job in honoring your father!
Missy, wonderful to meet a fellow Alabamian! Thanks for your sweet comments! Happy Tuesday!
Love the colors on this table! Thanks for joining Home Sweet Home!
Thanks, Sherry! Enjoy sharing at Home Sweet Home
Happy belated Birthday to Paw Paw! The table is beautiful and that green pumpkin is the perfect shade! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Love sharing with you , Jann!