Thursday, December 13, 2012

just the girls



 Sometimes dinner with "just the girls" is well, ahem, you know, kind of nice for a change. And so gathered a small group of women I meet with once a month. Our husbands are all in leadership at our church so we have a lot in common.
It was a simple fare. I made white bean chili in the crock part early in the day, 
set the table, and went on with what else I had to do that day.
The others brought salad, rolls, and dessert. Just as easy and good as can be. Before they came I put lots of ice and water in the glasses, so didn't have to mess with that after they arrived. I put grated cheese, taco chips, and sour cream in bowls. And sat down to read as I waited for them. That's my style.
I found an old garland of berries that I wound around my favorite canning jars filled with votives.           
  Simple, comfortable with a touch of elegance.




Earlier in the day I took a break to do a mirror image ... still enjoying our new "on trial but maybe staying" dining room. The antique mirror has been handed down in our family through many generations.



Candlelight, no matter how simple, seems to draw us in. We stayed around the table for hours, laughing, talking, sharing concerns, and lastly, praying together.  A good time, and the clean-up was easy!

23 comments:

  1. My Muse book group has turned into a dinner meeting and we all enjoy that monthly gathering at different homes. I'm sure your group of ladies loved being around your beautiful table. The menu sounds delicious. Love the mirror image photos.

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  2. The table looks nice for your luncheon and I agree it's nice to gather with just other women on occasion.
    Judith

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  3. That is a beautiful table set for your friends! And the centerpiece is gorgeous - I may just try to replicate that! Hope you have a lovely day.

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  4. Podso, it is LOVELY. Just really lovely.

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  5. Gorgeous table!
    Dinner with "just the girls" is delightful from time to time! I have a couple of friends with whom I get together for dinner two or three times a year...and we just keep talking and talking and it's always a late night. Good times.

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  6. Now that is a true Christmas gift...wonderful friends, and the table looks great...white chili, love it!
    Just girls...a gift from the Lord

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  7. Sounds delightful and a good time to relax and be with like-minded women. I'm sure that your time together was sweet and refreshing.

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  8. How perfect!!!!
    xo Kris

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  9. How special everything is. I like your casual but elegant approach. I'm usually a nervous wreck before company. Well....tired and nervous anyway...lol. Love your table! And best of all...godly fellowship. Precious.

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  10. Your table setting is beautiful, Podso, and it conveys a feeling of peace and calm, in the midst of a very hectic time of year. I love it!

    Your family heirloom mirror is lovely, and I, too, have the Johnson Brothers Old Britain Castles. They're so versatile, aren't they? I love the way your photos turned out. Thank you for sharing; it sounds like such a nice gathering of women.

    Have a wonderful day.

    Denise

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  11. Beautiful! I'd love your chili recipe!

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  12. Sounds like a lovely time together with sisters in faith. I like your entertaining style - time to read is always a good thing.

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  13. Sounds like a perfect ladies night! I love the dishes you used my favorite colors. Hope you are having a great holiday season so far, Laura

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  14. This looks lovely and, as you say, simple. Your table looks pretty and I love the mason jar candles with the berry garland. I did a mirror image photo of our living room with the tree and almost wish our house was reversed. It gives one a new perspective doesn't it?

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  15. Lucky friend to be invited to such a pretty table set by a hostess who knows what's important!

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  16. I shared a similar evening with my once-a-month ladies this week, too... Your table is beautiful, Dotsie... matches the warm, inviting soul it reflects. =) blessings ~ tanna

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  17. Podso,
    This tablescape is lovely!
    I just received my Jan/ Feb 2013 Tea Time magazine and it shows very similar Tablescapes for Valentine's Day!!!
    Girl time is such a necessity after one retires! Love my "Mr. Ed". . .but need the compassion that my ladies have to share, as well. Faith is the glue that holds us together, and Sisterhood helps us hold to the Faith!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  18. This sounds like a warm and cozy get together, Dotsie! I love your canning jar centerpiece idea. It is really so pretty and perfect for your red and white tablescape.

    Have an enjoyable weekend!

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  19. Goodness girl, you get some comments! Just wanted to say that you have such a wonderful knack for entertaining. Would love to be a bug on your wall and follow you around while you prepare. :)

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  20. Simple, comfortable, with a touch of elegance describes it perfectly. I'd love to have a place at that table.

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  21. I love your photography and just the way you chose to display this. I've enjoyed looking at all the years, as I've had a bit more time this summer. Nancy

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  22. I love how you played with the pictures and the displays, mirror with table in reflection is a great idea! Love looking at previous posts this summer. Nancy

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