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Tablescape Tuesday: Hurry Up Autumn!

~ Autumn, Food & Entertaining, Tablescape Tuesday

“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up”
Galatians 6:9

Have I mentioned that autumn is my favorite season?  There’s a hint of the season’s change in the air and it makes me one happy girl.  I love the pumpkins and mums that are soon to appear on porches everywhere!  I am usually not one to get ahead of myself with seasons, but since the humidity is down and the temps aren’t scorching here in our Appalachian foothills, join me in saying these three words…”hurry up autumn!”

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Last Friday Butch and I went to Birmingham to eat at our favorite restaurant…and of course, we stopped by Whole Foods.  I always have to check out their flowers and I found these amazing dahlias…which became my inspiration for my tablescape.  Their salmon color is perfect for transitioning into autumn!
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Dreaming Of Autumn

~ Autumn, Decorating, Outdoors

“They do not say in their hearts, ‘Let us fear the Lord our God, who gives the rain in its season, the autumn rain and the spring rain, and keeps for us the weeks appointed for the harvest.’”     Jeremiah 5:24

Maybe it’s a little early but there are some hints and glimpses of autumn showing up around north Alabama. More than hints if you browse through some of the local retail shops. But even outside we are catching an occasional preview of things to come. The angle of the light, the early blooming goldenrods, cooler nights ahead, and the sweet smell of kudzu blooms (yes, kudzu)! 

Since fall is my favorite season, there’s surely no harm in dreaming about it. So, I’ve decided to take a look back at just a few of the things that make it a special time. As I did, memories made the dream seem to come alive. And, I have to wonder, what are some of your favorite things about autumn?

Autumn mist 

Old Mill at Berry College

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A Reason To Be Thankful

~ Autumn, Food & Entertaining, Holidays, Tablescape Tuesday, Thanksgiving

“Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise!”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭95:1-2‬ ‭

Roasted Turkey.  Mama’s cornbread dressing recipe.  Butch’s rosemary mashed potatoes.  Green beans seasoned with ham.  Sweet potato casserole.  4 cheese mac & cheese.  Cranberry sauce from the can for my Daddy.  Homemade rolls.  Carrot cake with cream cheese icing, and of course pecan pie! My mouth is watering just thinking of these dishes that will grace our table next Thursday!  We cook and host Thanksgiving each year here at our home, a tradition handed down by my Mother.   Today, I am sharing our official Thanksgiving table with you…a simple one with little fuss! The most important element will gather around on November 24…our family!  The food will be delicious and the laughter will be endless, but it is our prayer that our eyes will be taken higher and placed upon our Heavenly Father who lavishes His love and blessings upon us.  Now, that is a reason to be thankful!  
 
The “Woodland” pattern by Spode remains one of my all time favorites, especially for autumn and Thanksgiving!


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The pheasant feather placemats frame each plate…just a little different and unique!READ MORE