The first weddings I ever attended didn’t have sit-down dinners, bands or dances. How shocking–can you believe how things have changed! Perhaps it was because I lived in the South–weddings here were generally held in churches, and receptions were most … Continued
Academy Award–winning actress, producer, and entrepreneur Reese Witherspoon invites you into her world, where she infuses the Southern style, parties, and traditions she loves with contemporary flair and charm. Whiskey in a Teacup: What Growing Up in the South Taught … Continued
Whether you are building sandcastles with your children or grandchildren or participating in a big sand sculpture contest at your local beach, it’s always helpful to know a few things about working with sand. Check out these sandcastle building tips … Continued
There are so many situations in which you might be expected to work on a large group luncheon or dinner for some organization to which you belong. You might be a parent volunteer for one of your children’s activities like … Continued
If you have access to a beach area during the summer at a lake, river or the ocean—be it at your own summer place or at a public park—you might want to entertain your family and friends with a … Continued
The 1950s were where the fine art of cocktail parties was realized. Formal dinner parties or adult birthday parties were no longer the only kind of party you could host. But, since we weren’t there then, we have to use … Continued
Dinner time isn’t the only time you can have friends over for entertaining – invite them over for lunch instead. Check out these entertaining ideas for lunch time. Entertaining during lunch has several advantages over dinner parties. It’s much easier … Continued
When you are having last-minute dinner guests and want to jazz up your table, don’t panick! Don’t feel that you have to run to the store to buy flowers if you don’t have any in your yard. All you have … Continued
Grownup parties don’t have to be formal and fussy. Sometimes, we can have fun doing the same things that we loved as children such as having a grownup game night party! Try planning a nostalgic evening of friendly competition–you’ll revive … Continued
Many years ago, I went to a friend’s wedding reception. The bride’s family tried to save money by buying their own flowers from the grocery and stuck them in tall vases for each table. Let us just say that the … Continued