The Thanksgiving Table

It was our turn to host the Care Group this week. This is not a time to fuss about the house or how to set the table. It is an extension of church, in a smaller setting. We enjoy a meal together before we study some scripture. It is a place where we get to know each other and pray for one another. This week  a retired worship pastor in our group led us with guitar and singing, after which a couple in our group shared their life story.

Like I said, this is not a time to fuss . .  . but you are free to do what you enjoy doing and so on the day of, I thought I should dress up the tables a bit, seeing it is Thanksgiving after all.
My H came home for lunch and he clipped some leaves from a tree in the yard. A simple candle stand with some leaves, some ornamental gourds or nuts in their shells, strewn about, make a quick centerpiece.

A fall garland is something I purchased years ago and it has come in very useful. Sometimes I add some real leaves for more fullness.

This time some chocolates in a crystal cream and sugar set added a vintage look to the table setting in the dining room.

Since the garland is a vine it was appropriate to add some real grapes . . . which we have in our back yard right now. Evidence of the harvest has always been a theme around Thanksgiving in my past.

Anything that reminds me of warmth and comfort also goes. Coffee beans surrounding a lit candle is one that hits a chord with me.

These are some very easy things to do that say welcome here.