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No Excuses

Posted in Entertaining Ideas, Musings, tagged , on February 22, 2011| Leave a Comment »

“I attribute my success to this:  I never gave or took an excuse.”  ~Florence Nightingale

It’s still winter, still cold, still dreary. Some parts of this country are still buried in snow.

Who is in the mood to entertain?

Hands, anyone? Hello? Anyone out there?

If you haven’t been in the mood to entertain, that is exactly why you should have some company over for a meal or evening of fun. It’s time to socialize, get back into the swing of things before spring arrives.

I bet you can come up with a handful of reasons to not entertain without even giving it much thought. The excuses are usually plentiful this time of year. You are too busy to have company over. The house is a mess. Too tired. Can’t think of anything to cook. Too cold. Too snowy.

So here is my piece of advice for the day…. no excuses. Take away all the excuses and what real, good, factual reason do you have for not inviting a few friends over and enjoying yourself immensely. They don’t care of the house is a mess or if you have take-out instead of a home cooked meal.

What people honest to goodness care about is spending time with each other, building and strengthening relationships.

So get over the excuses and get yourself in the mood to entertain someone this week. You’ll be so glad you did!

She who is all done with excuses

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Valentine’s Day

Posted in Entertaining Ideas, Hubby, tagged , , on February 21, 2011| Leave a Comment »

I realize Valentine’s Day came and went a full week ago.

But things have been a bit busy … and hectic … and crazy.

The animals next door and in our yard have apparently been imbibing in some sort of act-like-a-lunatic juice.

Anyway, I just had to share the lovely, lovely things my very own Captain Cavedweller spoiled me with for Valentine’s Day.

He started the Saturday before with  a dozen red roses and one of my favorite magazines.

Valentine’s morning he gave me a gift-wrapped little box containing a sweet paper weight for my new office (I moved offices a two weeks ago and am enamored with my new space!).

 

Then on Valentine’s Day, these delicious chocolates were delivered to my office.

 

Along with these beautiful roses. I can’t tell you how much I love the color!

And if my heart wasn’t already in a melted puddling state by the time I got home, he finished me off with this Floating Hearts Bowl from Lenox.

Which you will note matches the vase he gave me for Christmas.

It is any wonder I like my Hubby – a whole bunch?

I didn’t think so…

She who is spoiled and likes it that way!

 

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What’s for Dinner?

Posted in Entertaining at Home, Entertaining Ideas, Home Decor, tagged , on February 17, 2011| Leave a Comment »

Do you ever get asked that question?

“What’s for dinner?”

“What are we eating tonight?”

“I’m starving, what are you making?”

That’s when I may or may not sometimes get a bit ornery and reply with “I don’t know, what are YOU making?”

But if you aren’t like me and you have little people in your house who are truly eager to know what they will soon be eating, one fun way to keep them in the know is with a chalkboard or memo board.

If you plan out your menu a week at a time, this is an especially helpful tool.

You can write on the board the day of the week and what meal is planned, that way everyone knows what to expect. You could also have some fun with it and write a big question mark and ask for volunteers to prepare the meal. You might be surprised what budding young chefs can come up with.

A memo board is also a great tool to have for parties. Whether you are having a more formal affair or a casual gathering, your guests appreciate knowing what they are eating. Some of them might even start drooling once they see what will soon be on their plates, tantalizing their tastebuds.

You can find chalkboards at office supply and craft supply stores or chalkboard paint at any home supply store. You can also find memo boards here.

Happy Entertaining!

Shanna

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Cupcake Kit

Posted in Entertaining Ideas, Referrals, tagged , , on February 16, 2011| 1 Comment »

Someone I think the world of gave me a really sweet gift a while back.

This Cupcake Kit comes with a recipe book, cupcake papers, a decorating set and a whole lot of fun.

There are suggestions for all kinds of great things to do with cupcakes, recipes for both cupcakes from scratch and frosting (including a cream cheese frosting recipe that was really similar to my favorite cream cheese frosting recipe!)  with easy to follow directions, beautiful photos of finished cupcakes and handy guides.

If you are looking for a special gift for a friend, especially one who loves cupcakes or likes to bake, check out this kit.

I found it available on Amazon here.

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