I am enjoying Kristin Schell’s series on Outrageous Hospitality so much! Her questions at the end of each post really get me evaluating how I can open my home (and myself) up to more opportunities to welcome others. Here’s what I’ve been thinking about the last few days … I’ve mentioned my INTJ tendencies (INTJs…
We had some friends over and they noticed a moving van in our neighbor’s driveway. “Oh, your neighbors are moving! Aren’t they the mean ones? Bet you aren’t sad to see them go!” Well, actually we aren’t too sad to see them go, especially their three barking dogs that run into our driveway and jump…
So, you’re having a few friends over to your house for a book club, a Bible study, or just a fun girls’ night. You’ve invited one friend who is kind of quiet, who may not know the other women well, and who you had to literally beg to even get her to agree to come….
My early days of being a pastor’s wife were always easy. I sometimes saw the church as an enemy—the job takes him away from me, our kids, and our home. All plans were tentative, depending on what needs arise in the congregation. Once I stopped seeing myself in a battle for his attention, I could partner with my husband in ministry….
I think there are four signature dishes everyone should have: One to take to a potluck meal. One to take to someone who needs a meal. One to take to a small gathering (small group, book club, girls’ night. . .). One to serve when people come over. I like to keep them all simple….