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Thanksgiving is upon us and we look forward to meeting and greeting our dear ones. Here are some tips in making this great day a fantastic one:

Don’t come to the table starving. Drink a few cups of water and eat something light before the meal as well as not to overeat, overstuff, and feel bad later. Try to fill up on salads and protein so that when dessert comes around you’ll have room for just a bit!

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If you’re bringing kids, make sure the place is kid-friendly. Bring some crayons, coloring papers, and a toy or two for the little ones so they will be entertained and happy. A happy child makes a happy Mom!

If you’re making the meal make sure to have a variety of foods to please everyones taste. Fresh herbs add a tremendous amount of flavor to make the dish an outstanding one.

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If someone has allergies make sure the host knows before hand. It may be a good idea to bring along a dish so that you’re sure you have something to eat.

Cover the table with a tablecloth that’s easy to wipe clean such as a vinyl tablecloth. If you would like to use a pretty cloth, you may want to cover it with a clear vinyl tablecloth. With a large crowd,  spills can happen. After working so hard in the kitchen and preparing all that food you deserve to get a break in the cleanup!

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Lastly, enjoy the day and enjoy your company. After working so hard you’ll want to look back on this special day and be happy that you created beautiful memories that will be cherished forever.

 

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So much thought goes into making a festive Thanksgiving dinner. Starting with the table linen, deciding if you want to use a traditional tablecloth or something a little different. Will you be using nice table runners or place mats to add style to the table? Will you be using the same color cloth napkins to match the tablecloth or another color for contrast?

Once the table is set you can add some cute party favors to further enhance the table. These terra-cotta flowerpot hats from Better Homes and Gardens are perfect!

http://www.bhg.com/thanksgiving/crafts/thanksgiving-place-card-ideas/

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You can also try something cute and edible. This Thanksgiving Veggie Turkey is adorable. When you work so hard on all the amazing food you don’t want your guest to be fill up on snacks. Veggies are great to have on hand especially for little ones who don’t like to wait!

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There are some many varieties of food put out on the table. This Broccoli Cheddar Brown Rice Casserole from Oh my Veggies is delicious and has no cans of soup or blocks of faux cheese involved. The extra effort is well worth it!

http://ohmyveggies.com/recipe-broccoli-cheddar-brown-rice-casserole/#GbA9iA4zXwhmeWml.99

Broccoli Chedder Rice Casserole

If you or your guests are on gluten free diet this Gluten Free Cinnamon and Toasted Pecan Crusted Sweet Potato Cake is a must try for dessert! Enjoy all the goodies!

http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/gluten-free-cinnamon-and-toasted-pecan-crusted-sweet-potato-cake/7fe1fda3-82a7-43b3-9d3f-9c8e388861d3

Gluten Free Bunt Cake

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Fall is a refreshing time of year. The air is crisp and cool and the weather makes you want to go out and take a brisk walk around the neighborhood. Neither too hot nor too cold, Fall is a great opportunity for an outdoor exercise routine. We also tend to sleep better and longer due to the cooler temperatures. We look forward to the upcoming holidays and start preparing for them with gusto.

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Start by figuring out who will be joining you for the holiday. Then go over some recipes and prepare a menu. There are so many creative ways to prepare Fall foods such as apples and pumpkins. As a bonus, apples are known to be a natural tooth whitener and can prevent Alzheimer’s.

 

Apple and Blue Cheese Tart

Pumpkins are fun for carving but pumpkins itself are a natural aphrodisiac. Pumpkins are not just for pumpkin pie; try something different such as pumpkin bread or pumpkin cheese cake. It’s interesting to note that pumpkins were once used to remove freckles and cure snake bites. Wonder if it worked!

turkey place mat

Decorate your table with appropriate tableware. Use Spider web design as table toppers and rectangle and round tablecloths for your Halloween Table. For Thanksgiving, try our new place mats and table runner design which has a turkey printed on burlap. There are so many leaf products that will decorate your home as well. Choose from tablecloths, table runners, table toppers and place mats in bright and vibrant colors such as dark paprika, earth, and goldenrod and your table will be transformed into something special. With a festive table, your home will feel cozy and warm and that warm feeling will spread to you and your guests.

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Even though Hurricane Sandy tried to rip our spirits, the  upcoming holidays will bring warmth to our spirits and souls. Our thoughts are with those that were affected by the storm. Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks for what we do have and to reach out to those that are less fortunate. As we spread our tablecloths  down and fill our tables with food, napkins, placemats, and holiday decor, lets reach out to those that don’t have and give them something to smile about.

 

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