Today, I have a few suggestions for what you might do when you get there, or, if the dinner will be hosted by you, ways in which you can get your children involved, as well as some special decorations that you may find appealing.
Table Topics: Family Gathering--I have to admit that I am exceptionally curious about this range of Table Topics. You can get it from Amazon, or, you can look elsewhere.
Essentially, this group of cards consists of questions meant to spawn conversations to bridge generational gaps frequently encountered at large family gatherings, and allow those who might not otherwise connect to learn about each other. Some sample questions, as provided by the manufacturer: "what's the biggest technological change you've seen in your lifetime?" And "who in your family met someone famous?"
Judging by the limited reviews on this particular product, it's generated conversational material allowing for mature family members to teach youngsters from their own memories without sounding as if there is a moral to the story. It also enables people to talk about those things that may be, if not nudged at through a question, forgotten--memories that otherwise might be lost. I have not purchased this set, so cannot attest to it being phenomenal, but the concept intrigues me, for apart from being a great conversation starter, it seems like it would be a very helpful toolkit for those who like to write/journal.
As I mentioned in my previous post, there are many variations to these Table Topics. Should you like the idea of a slightly structured conversation starter, find a kit that suits your needs. Some of their topics include: Table Topics Family; Table Topics Original--but they also have topics for girls' night out, etc. Something out there for just about anyone!
Toppers for your Table (apart from the food, the glorious food):
I simply adore Rye Pottery, which is very well know throughout the UK, but hasn't quite made it in the USA. At least these days, they are best known for their line of Canterbury Tales figurines. But then there are the "New England Settlers". And they have an amazing collection of pastoral figurines. Hard to find in the US, but generally speaking, when you do, it's going to be on Ebay, unless you wish to spend significantly more than $100. I've collected about 10 of the Canterbury Tales figurines through Ebay--only purchased one in England.
Simply lovely, and understated. Here's a look at their website: Rye Pottery, where you'll see some extraordinarily beautiful figurines that can be handed down from generation to generation.
On another note, you could get your children involved with decorating that table!
1) Have your little one/s draw a picture for each guest invited to your meal. Roll the drawing up like a scroll, tie it with a ribbon, and place across the plate or in a glass. It could be as simple as a picture, or could be a thank you note for coming to stay!
2) You've planned the menu: now let them design it. Then display it on your table, or on the buffet. If you have more than one little one, let each one create a menu. Perhaps they can set one at each place setting. Make sure they write the date on it, for you're most likely going to want to keep this item as a memory of the day.
That's all for now! Will be having my little one create a menu, and perhaps, if she'll allow me, we'll showcase it.
Will be writing within the next few days about my preparations for the forthcoming birthday party.
Judging by the limited reviews on this particular product, it's generated conversational material allowing for mature family members to teach youngsters from their own memories without sounding as if there is a moral to the story. It also enables people to talk about those things that may be, if not nudged at through a question, forgotten--memories that otherwise might be lost. I have not purchased this set, so cannot attest to it being phenomenal, but the concept intrigues me, for apart from being a great conversation starter, it seems like it would be a very helpful toolkit for those who like to write/journal.
As I mentioned in my previous post, there are many variations to these Table Topics. Should you like the idea of a slightly structured conversation starter, find a kit that suits your needs. Some of their topics include: Table Topics Family; Table Topics Original--but they also have topics for girls' night out, etc. Something out there for just about anyone!
Toppers for your Table (apart from the food, the glorious food):
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Simply lovely, and understated. Here's a look at their website: Rye Pottery, where you'll see some extraordinarily beautiful figurines that can be handed down from generation to generation.
1) Have your little one/s draw a picture for each guest invited to your meal. Roll the drawing up like a scroll, tie it with a ribbon, and place across the plate or in a glass. It could be as simple as a picture, or could be a thank you note for coming to stay!
2) You've planned the menu: now let them design it. Then display it on your table, or on the buffet. If you have more than one little one, let each one create a menu. Perhaps they can set one at each place setting. Make sure they write the date on it, for you're most likely going to want to keep this item as a memory of the day.
That's all for now! Will be having my little one create a menu, and perhaps, if she'll allow me, we'll showcase it.
Will be writing within the next few days about my preparations for the forthcoming birthday party.
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