“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit”
Psalms 34:18
When I learned of the tragedy in Las Vegas yesterday, my heart again was broken for the state of our nation. It seems like we continue to hear the phrase “deadliest mass shooting in US history”. The Route 91 Harvest Music Festival now takes that tragic title and is an event that will go down in history as an act of hate and violence, altering the lives of so many. My prayer for the victims, the families, and for our nation is that we take our eyes higher…from Route 91 to Psalm 91. May these true and sweet words of our Lord bring comfort and peace…
“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord,
“My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”
Psalm 91:1-2
It is also my prayer that even in the darkest of days, my little corner of the blog world can bring a little “happy” to you! For me, it is always helpful to look for the beauty that God surrounds us with…like the fields of goldenrods that are in full bloom! Autumn brings a sea of yellow that lines the highway as you drive the country roads here in NE Alabama…quite an awesome sight!
And here is a fun fact: they were our state flower for thirty years before being dethroned by the camellia! So with the abundance of glorious goldenrods popping up all around, I felt it was only appropriate to bring some to the table for this week’s tablescape!
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After looking for a couple of weeks, I finally found the plaid throws, I thought that they might have mistakenly been thrown away! I was so excited that I decided to use them as a tablecloth for my alfresco setting on the patio!
Keeping things simple with everyday white dinner plates and pumpkin soup bowls!
Goldenrods are the star of the table!
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Napkins tied with twine and a sprig of fragrant rosemary!
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I picked a few pumpkins from the patio to add to the table!
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The pumpkin bowls were found at TJ Maxx last year and were first used here!
A copper kettle was used for the goldenrods!
“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver”
Proverbs 25:11
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Oh so beautiful Pam! I so love seeing the Goldenrod mixed in with the Black-eyed Susans scattered along the roadside this time of year. Gorgeous table, gorgeous setting!!!
Thanks Shirley, lots of wildflowers during fall!
Just beautiful Pam…from the goldenrod to the wonderful plaid throws and with the backdrop of your glorious garden! I’m lovin’ that wonderful copper kettle as a vase too! ♥
Thank you Mary. I have had the copper kettle for years and have never used it as a vase!
Beautiful, Pam. And I thank you for not just posting beautiful photos and not mentioning the current Las Vegas tragedy. I had to change my blog completely; I just couldn’t ignore the fact that we had another tragedy in our nation. I looked at so many other postings, and most did not mention Las Vegas at all, and one that did was so polarizing on the side of anti gun control. Your post did a wonderful job of weaving in this tragic current event, yet taking us back to God’s promises and His beauty.
Thank you my sweet friend! It is so hard to believe the depth of evil in the world. Our hope is always found in Christ!
Thank you once again for bringing comfort and beauty to us and the awesome reminder that God is our refuge. Oh, what a table! This is a post I will read over and over for your words and the beauty of this table. The bowls, the plaid throws and that treasure of a kettle with the goldenrods. Yes, my friend, our Lord wants us to breathe in all the beauty we can and pray for the victims of such a horrific event. We need to see the beauty more than ever during these times.
Another winner, Pam. I love using throws and those are beautiful. No way would you ever toss those!
Goldenrods are all but gone here as are most other blooming things. I like having the yellow beauties inside, but I’ve learned that some people are allergic to them which makes them just one more thing to have to think about. Your table is truly fall.
Pam, those beautiful Goldenrods just brighten everything so beautifully! I love those pumpkin bowls against the backdrop of the plaid throws. Your gorgeous gardens provide the perfect backdrop to such a pretty table. Happy Tuesday, sweet friend!!!
Don’t you love finding things you have looked for! The throws added a special touch of color, pattern and texture and make us feel cozy. I’m crazy about your copper kettle. It has a fabulous shape and makes the goldenrods shine so radiantly. I remember when goldenrods were our state flower. They actually come up in my flower bed all the time and I toss them but I left a few recently and I had a bloom. I think I will pluck them and put them in a pot and see what happens.
I am glad you included a link to your last years autumn blog hop tablescape. That was such a great table nestled under the stately oak tree. My thought was what tablescape did I do? And then I realized I didn’t participate because I was on a trip.LOL!
My heart hurts for all those families that lost a loved one and for the injured. Also, for the emergency personnel, doctors, nurses, those seeing their friends shot down, the reporters and all who were traumatized by such horror.
It is unbelievable how someone could plan and carry out such carnage. Only God can change hearts and lives and that is my prayer.
I finally know what the lacey green stuff I used recently is called, golden rod! Head smack, of course! Yours looks fantastic in the vintage copper kettle, and such a bright sight in the middle of these confusing days~ Never knew it was once our state flower!
Jenna
Pam: Thank you for a beautiful post and your scripture selections. They are needed words, during such a dreadful time. Enjoy your week!
This is beautiful in so many ways! Yes, your little corner of the blog world has brought a little “happy” our way. I love it all, but my favorite item on your table is the copper pot holding your goldenrod. Perfect! God bless!
Sadly, our fallen world continues to decline. How we do need Jesus! The heartbreaking news yesterday worsens with every report. We ask for answers to “why”. We are a sinful people. Sin is why! OK. Off my soapbox. Your plaid throws are perfectly lovely with your goldenrods in the kettle. I feel warmer just looking at your table. I’m imagining cold days here. It’s cooler but still hot by noon. 😉 Your pumpkin bowls bring hot, savory soups to mind. I can hardly wait for soup season! Your table is wonderful for fall, Pam. May God bless you for sharing your heart and some encouragement today. 🙂
Amen, Kim! We warm up in the middle of the day. We may get rain from the tropical storm, probably a hurricane by the time it hits the coast! Hopefully, not a destructive storm!
Beautiful fall table! The goldenrod looks wonderful in the aged copper kettle. Love the plaid throws- great colors! The pumpkins add a perfect touch.
The Las Vegas tragedy is so horrible- such a sad thing for all.
Thanks so much Liz!
Oh, beautiful, Pam. I love the goldenrod as the star and that copper kettle is a stunner. Bravo to you for another gorgeous table setting!
Thank you, Jeanie. It has been gorgeous weather here this week!
Thank you, Pam, for always being a shining light in a world oft times clothed in darkness. My head is spinning with all the recent onslaught of terror and weather damage that has been inflicted. It is easy to become saddened and heartbroken in such troubled times, so I am gladdened to always read your messages of hope and encouragement…they have truly been a source of strength in my life and, I am sure, in the lives of many others. I know God must be feeling so proud of the way you incorporate His truths in all your posts. You are a blessing! Another lovely table setting with the goldenrod. Our weather here in the SE corner of PA has just been glorious all week. I love being able to open all the windows.
Bobbi, you will never know how you encouraged me today. God always knows exactly what we need! Thank you for your sweet comments! Happy Fall!
Oh, those Goldenrods are fabulous and compliment your table beautifully. Love that you can dine alfresco. The plaid is so warm and cozy. The copper kettle makes for a great container for your glorious centerpiece. The pumpkin bowls are a lovely addition, perfect for some yummy soup.
Linda, thank you for your sweet comments! It is a wonderful time of the year!
STUNNING! Even though it’s still in the 90’s here in Texas, I’m in the mood for fall now.
Thanks so much for your visit, Sharon!
Thank you For posting Psalm 91…….if we would only see that GOD is the ONLY answer to the world!! Love those goldenrod in your copper container. The plaid tablecloth is perfect for those colors!
Amen, He is the answer! Thank you, Nancy!
Stunning post,Pam!I love that flower and I have ever seen it in vases,never in nature,in its habitat…Just gorgeous!Love your tablescape,too!Hugs.
Thank you Maristella! Hugs and blessings!
Those goldenrods are magnificent! The flower is so often maligned, but it’s really quite stunning en masse. Love the copper kettle!
Thank you Sandra! Many think goldenrods are weeds, I view them as beautiful wildflowers!
Thank you for your kind words. We know that GOD is in control. Have a Blessed Day!
Thank you, Nancy! Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Can you hear my screams of joy for this tablescape?!?!??!!? (My neighbors can, I’m sure, and I think one of them just called the police!!! 😉 ) Wow! Just…wow!!! THIS is the way to display goldenrod!!! It’s just gorgeous!!! I see it along the highways and byways here in Missouri, and I’m often tempted to stop and snip a handful. Maybe I should just grow it. Safer way to go, for sure! I adore those bowls with the soft pumpkin motif, and the sprig of rosemary as a napkin embellishment…beautiful!!! Just lovely, lovely, lovely!!! On the flip, I share in your sorrow and disdain for the tragedy in Las Vegas this past week. Just unbelievable how people can bring themselves to do things like that…and to people they don’t even KNOW!!! Not to say it’s OK if you are acquainted with the victims, but somehow wreaking this kind of death and destruction on perfect strangers just cuts a little bit deeper. 🙁
Alycia, thank you for your sweet comments! Many think of goldenrods as weeds, they are a beautiful wildflower that I love to see along the road! Such a tragedy in Las Vegas! Have a wonderful weekend!
Delighted to see the goldenrods take center stage on your beautiful fall table. A little happiness during a sorrowful time. Thank you!
Thanks so much for visiting! Have a great weekend!
Your copper kettle full of goldenrod is stunning!! Something so simple, found on the side of the road – and yet so beautiful. I remember when I was a little girl catching butterflies in the fields of goldenrod – so this really made me smile!! 🙂
Thank you Ann! There are plenty of goldenrods on our property, so easy and very simple! Happy Weekend!
This is so lovely. Thank you for sharing your ideas with us
Love, love goldenrods. So simple, taken for granted along the roadside. Thanks for giving them their due and making our day! God points us to Psalm 91 in times like these. Thank you for being his voice. The tablescape is glorious. The throw gave just the right pop. Subtle and so warming!
I love your plaid autumn table. The goldenrods make for a sunny and cheerful centerpiece. So beautiful that it is outdoors. I love anything bright yellow.
Beautiful Fall tablescape. I particularly l love the plaid blankets as tablecloths and the copper kettle you used as a vase.
Gorgeous Pam! The golden rods are perfect for autumn and your tablescape. Yes, my heart ached for the Vegas massacre! We must look for the good in life and not let the evil win!! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
My pleasure to share, Jann!
Goldenrod is just a stunning combo with your beautiful table! It’s hard to believe there is a variety that grows wild here on the side of the road and I never stop to dig it up.
Which I want to do every time I see it!
Thanks Christine! It is pretty much free for taking, many think it is just a weed…but I think it is a beautiful wildflower!
Pam, your table and goldenrods are gorgeous. It is indeed always “happy” when here visiting you!
Thanks so much for sharing st AMAZE ME MONDAY!
Blessings,
Cindy
Thanks so much Cindy!