For the kingdom of God is not a matter of what we eat or drink, but of living a life of goodness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
ROMANS 14:17
Hello, sweet friend…
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I hope you are doing well…
Thanksgiving is just around the corner…
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a beautiful time dedicated to celebrating and focusing on what we are most thankful for.
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That being said along with my sweet little family & furry kids…I am grateful for all my wonderful friends… which of course includes you!
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So naturally Thanksgiving is also the perfect time to have a ’Friendsgiving’ gathering.
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There are many good ideas out there on how to prepare for this fun gathering from decorating to serving a fabulous meal.
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However, I definitely recommend keeping it simple and of course doing as much as you can a few days ahead.
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Since I had already decorated for fall the transition was easy to incorporate a few more simple pieces…
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which added a bit more sophisticated and elegant look to the table setting.
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I hope you are able to find some inspiration here for your Friendsgiving party this year.
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There is never a wrong time to celebrate friends, to have fun and enjoy the party planning process!
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I am very grateful for the idea of a Friendsgiving gathering and how marvelously you created the mood and ambiance in your video. The colors of orange and blue set a mood of relaxation and ease.
I would love to be invited to a Friendsgiving gathering.
Happy Thanksgiving!