Three Simple Ideas For Your Farmhouse Dinner Table...

Hi Friends! We're enjoying some beautiful spring weather here in the Pacific Northwest... That, along with a visit from my husband's parents, helped motivate us to get the grill cleaned up for the season. Once we start using the grill again, it just seems like there are so many more options for dinner! 

As I was getting dinner ready, I thought of three little additions for the table that really help make it feel just a bit more "farmhouse" special. None of these are earth-shattering, but I thought I'd mention them in case you, like me, had forgotten about them over the fall and winter months...

A Barn Thanksgiving Setting...

Happy November! (How did that happen?! Wasn't it just summer?) 

I hope you've been enjoying the beautiful fall colors, and that you're looking forward to the holiday season!

This past weekend, we enjoyed an early Thanksgiving-style family dinner in the barn. And while I can't share all the sweet "people photos" quite yet, I thought it would be fun to show you the setting... 

CiderPress Lane: What If Community and Dinner Really Do Change Everything?

I'm excited to share this beautiful and compelling story with you today. 

The pictures are gorgeous, the food - delicious, and the cause will stir your heart... 

I first met Kelly, author of Dinner Changes Everything, several years ago. It's a joy to see her family's story unfold as they live life for more than just themselves. I asked Kelly to share their story with us, and am so happy she said yes!

photography provided by Saleina Marie Photogrpahy

Simple Farmhouse Entertaining... (I'm Learning)

I'll admit it. 

Behind a smile, I have often been a frazzled host.

The timing of what's on the stovetop, in the oven, on the table.

Our precious children, running fast through the house, 

catapulting  onto the couches, asking how much longer.