"Let’s stop introducing the people we love based solely on what they do, who they cash their checks from, or what’s on their twitter profiles. Let’s instead start reminding them of who they are. Let’s start conversations that don’t begin and end with who has the most interesting job in the room." - Cadence Turpin … Continue reading A BETTER WAY TO INTRODUCE PEOPLE
Tag: Inspiring Voices
I am in love with HEARTISTRY: the art of welcome. It is a lovely site about inviting people into the beautiful space that we create at our tables so that we can affirm others value and worth. I feel strongly that you don't have to decorate your table with magnificent centerpieces or themed designs to … Continue reading HEARTISTRY – THE ART OF WELCOME
It's always fun to read another person's thoughts that express the same words that are on our hearts. That's exactly how I felt when I read this article on hospitality. I hope it inspires you to invite someone into your home - as is - to share an meal with you this week. "In Praise … Continue reading SCRUFFY HOSPITALITY
I'm so happy to introduce you to a contributor blog called "Grace Table". "A space for sharing stories about food, faith and how these things connect us to the world beyond our front doors. Here we celebrate the joy and beauty of practicing hospitality, as well as wrestle with the challenges that come with actually extending … Continue reading GRACE TABLE
Oh my. It's hard to believe that combining a few simple ingredients can elevate fresh-from-the-oven bread to an entirely new status. Warm, homemade bread is nearly perfect by itself, but the addition of sweet butter and strawberry preserves created something almost magical. So delicious that I had a hard time talking with the friends gathered … Continue reading FEASTING WITH COMMUNITY AROUND OUR TABLES
In this article link Fabian Pfortmüller, Co-founder at Holstee, writes about what he has learned about building true, genuine, and deep relationships through the practice of hospitality - even if you live in a very small space. His article is a beacon of light into the question of how to feel less in the shadow of loneliness, … Continue reading CREATING COMMUNITY IN SMALL SPACES
"I was raised in Idaho, in a small town of 2,400 people. I don't want to move back," Carla laughs, "but as I made my home in San Diego I missed knowing people in my community and seeing familiar faces." Twenty years ago, Carla moved to San Diego shortly after her college graduation to begin … Continue reading MEET CARLA
