tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post4281981646401149317..comments2023-05-26T07:34:39.780-05:00Comments on The Justin and Laurie Story: Hospitality HouseLaurie Jhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14661046310276312137noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-16941853478439509172011-01-26T23:07:39.907-06:002011-01-26T23:07:39.907-06:00we are a hospitality fam too...kids almost seem di...we are a hospitality fam too...kids almost seem disappointed when it is just us at the dinner table...lolShellbellshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09348542484350614780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-21828151138153294462010-10-28T07:24:45.852-05:002010-10-28T07:24:45.852-05:00You know you liked the "Bachelor Casserole&qu...You know you liked the "Bachelor Casserole". I can make some more and bring it the next time I come up. I'll double the recipe!Danhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10143127398400819583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-68882167369138720672010-10-27T23:56:02.783-05:002010-10-27T23:56:02.783-05:00I like to serve soup and some ymmy bread when we h...I like to serve soup and some ymmy bread when we have lunch or dinner guests. If they don't love the soup they can fill up on the bread. No one notices how much you do or don't eat. Plus the soup can be made ahead of time. It usually taste better if it seasons over night. Simple to serve so you can spend time with your guests, not stuck in the kitchen.Sandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09017740602683588795noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-64933552143387307832010-10-27T21:32:28.001-05:002010-10-27T21:32:28.001-05:00Hey Laurie! Fun challenge! I think all these are...Hey Laurie! Fun challenge! I think all these are great ideas. I say for me, I always like to have something fun to drink. Whether it's yummy coffee, a fun cocktail, or an interesting blend of juice, I like to always have fun drinks around.<br /><br />I think too, that I LOVE informal - I love it when people feel like they can sit at a table, or on a couch, or on the floor, and that they can make my home their home... I never want them to feel like it's a museum and that they have to be oh-so-careful, but rather that they can kick their shoes off, talk, laugh, and enjoy!Tory Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17700780311045171132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-2029111264192354712010-10-27T18:07:39.081-05:002010-10-27T18:07:39.081-05:00I loved reading this post and especially the signi...I loved reading this post and especially the significance of it to me personally seeing as part of your little "extra" wedding gift to me, Laurie, consisted of these very two things - a candle centerpiece and a candy dish as a reminder to always be hospitable :)<br />Although I've only done a little entertaining myself so far, I will say my two "must-haves" are as follows: 1) a yummy dessert accompanied by 2) a warm cup of coffee. Everyone loves dessert and I'm of the strict mindset that you cannot serve dinner (or any meal for that matter) without some form of dessert! It's the best end to a meal, too, because coffee and dessert keep good conversation flowing...sometimes for hours, which I love :) P.S. Make a full pot so there's plenty of free refills to go around (take that, Starbucks!)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03828697525656936823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-19280380261068737352010-10-27T17:58:33.996-05:002010-10-27T17:58:33.996-05:00Thanks for the ideas, Laurie. You've got a ne...Thanks for the ideas, Laurie. You've got a new follower...especially after that yummy bread recipe :). <br />We have a group of friends that gets together often and we like to keep things very casual. Many times we'll do a taco night: whoever hosts makes the meat and everyone else brings a taco topping. <br /><br />In the summer, if we host, we like to grill the meat and have everyone bring a side dish/salad. Less work for the hostess = more fun! <br />Erin Henriksensmurf_45https://www.blogger.com/profile/00923990213414342174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-41513126593961231242010-10-27T15:01:46.629-05:002010-10-27T15:01:46.629-05:00P.S. Alisa, if you start something up again, I mig...P.S. Alisa, if you start something up again, I might be interested. Just depends what night, time, etc!!LReedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13597936978068316361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-83445971959541151812010-10-27T15:00:43.609-05:002010-10-27T15:00:43.609-05:00Since we are now the only ones left on Main Street...Since we are now the only ones left on Main Street, I guess 3rd Monday dinner is, um, just like any other Monday dinner!! I used to worry about cleaning and all that too, but seriously, I don't notice that stuff at other people's houses (unless there are huge dust bunnies or food spilled all over). Anyway, I also try to keep it simple and prepare whatever I can ahead. I also never turn down the offer if someone asks if they can bring something!LReedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13597936978068316361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-65764551354645914962010-10-27T14:41:40.026-05:002010-10-27T14:41:40.026-05:00Great post Barbara-I am always trying to make sure...Great post Barbara-I am always trying to make sure the house is just perfect for the last many years & now I just say if they are here to see if my house is a mess why disappoint them it is more about the time spent then what the house looks like. I ussually always entertain for the holidays or family get togethers. I say a pumpkin, cinnamon, or sugar cookie candle is great ambience & u got to have dessert for everyone to snack on. I have hosted a moms group once a month for dinner & devotions but have quit doing it for so many kid activities & not having much time but would love to start doing it again! Anyone interested in Tremont area?The Biggs Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02734415667884491243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-79996759095982158222010-10-27T13:08:26.572-05:002010-10-27T13:08:26.572-05:00When we were first married I was up all night poli...When we were first married I was up all night polishing the silver, ironing the linens... so we could have people over after worship. I slept thru the sermon and was so uptight at dinner no one was blessed. My husband was the one who helped me see that it's more about the people than the stuff. So...now we keep it simple (mostly things that can be prepared ahead), let friends bring something (if they offer), and PLAN to enjoy PEOPLE! Challenge: If everything has to be perfect you will never MODEL hospitality - because no one will ever think they could match the standard YOU have set!Barbarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02669691370152484122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-86868191436064681272010-10-27T12:45:14.174-05:002010-10-27T12:45:14.174-05:00amm...I love blogs and am totally going to follow ...amm...I love blogs and am totally going to follow yours now!:)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15171077694564664806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-54633653264120356252010-10-27T11:05:08.756-05:002010-10-27T11:05:08.756-05:00oh and it's leah not josh haha!oh and it's leah not josh haha!Leahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08162462292197407155noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-20860266632229758282010-10-27T11:04:47.309-05:002010-10-27T11:04:47.309-05:00I like your encouragement to keep it simple...I al...I like your encouragement to keep it simple...I always have to remind myself that hospitality is NOT entertaining. I stress myself out about having people over because I try to entertain rather than just invite people into my life. My new must-use hospitality item (at least for the women we have over, although some guys like it too) is my pretty brown and yellow Pier One tea set. There's nothing like pouring hot tea out of a tea pot and drinking it from a pretty cup and saucer!Leahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08162462292197407155noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-242221973037319776.post-80896906342292184522010-10-27T09:06:30.322-05:002010-10-27T09:06:30.322-05:00Hmmm...I make sure to tell people when they come i...Hmmm...I make sure to tell people when they come in that I am glad they could come. However, my "go to" beverage is crystal light raspberry lemonade; always a hit. Having cute girls who eagerly welcome them doesn't hurt either :)Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07022773637197653187noreply@blogger.com