I know that you have heard me talk about my widowed neighbor Paul. I wanted to share with you another delightful evening we had with Paul and some other neighborhood friends, I decided to invite another a couple over last night for soup, salad and bread, nothing fancy just good hearty fall food! don't you just love this time of year when you get to snuggle up with a soft blanket watch a little tv have a fire and it's dark early, my body clock is already moving into winter mode......Yikes it's a too early for that, I spent this last weekend getting pumpkins and setting them around my yard and front porch, getting the rubbermaid out with all the autumn decor, I don't really do Halloween, but I love the fall because you get to enjoy pumpkins, leaves and acorns all the way through Thanksgiving, I'm all about getting more bang for your buck!
I think especially during this hard time in our history that we need to reach out to our friends and neighbors extend our hearts and homes to those in need, not just financially but in all ways, it doesn't cost much to make a big pot of soup!
Oh Tracey, that lovely, little cozy post really WAS a "taste of Autumn"......a beautiful dining table, simple delicious food, invited guests -- it has the word 'blessing' written all over it.
I just today brought out the Fall 'look' to sprinkle around the rooms here.....the catalyst was my little grandson's visit....nothing says 'happy' like a wee kiddo surrounded in Autumn colours! :o)
God Bless You.
Barbra.
Posted by: Barbra | October 07, 2009 at 08:27 PM
Tracey, Your table looks beautiful! What a talent you have for "table scape." I love the fall too, big pots of homemade soup, stew. Your Dad asked me to make stew when we were at the cabin this summer. I said, you don't make stew in the summer and he said, "why not?" I did'nt have an answer, well not a really good one anyway. He finally got his stew this last weekend. He's happy it's fall too. My love always, Mom
Posted by: Mary Lou Alley | October 08, 2009 at 06:05 PM
First, I'm really happy that you are blogging a bit more often...your spirit shines through. I made a pot of soup today in the crockpot to celebrate my favorite season.....even though our temps here in CA don't reflect Autumn right now....however, my table looked nothing like yours! The secret is to treat ourselves like company, even if we don't invite the neighbors/friends.
Posted by: Helen | October 08, 2009 at 08:10 PM
What a beautifully set table........makes me want to come join you.
Soup.................my crockpot is calling.
Posted by: Brandon | October 09, 2009 at 11:03 AM
Tracey just beautiful what a lucky neighbor! Luv the color on your wall want to paint my kitchen that color do you remember what brand and color. thx Diane glad you are visiting us more really enjoy your tips and upbeat attitude.
Posted by: Diane | October 09, 2009 at 07:54 PM
Love the colors in the dining room and the tablescape. It all looks so cozy and inviting. So sweet of you to have Paul over. What a great neighbor you are...
juls
Posted by: Julie Federico | October 13, 2009 at 11:04 AM
What a beautiful fall table! I bet Paul loved that! You are just so nice!
Posted by: Cindy~My Romantic Home | October 14, 2009 at 02:10 PM
Love the colors in the dining room and the tablescape. It all looks so cozy and inviting. So sweet of you to have Paul over. What a great neighbor you are...
juls
Posted by: Round and Brown | June 30, 2010 at 01:42 AM
Thanks so much for your kind words, all the encouragement in bloggy land is amazing, Paul is a gift to us.........
Posted by: The Other Tracey | June 30, 2010 at 07:03 PM