Teacher Appreciation Banquet

The church here hosted a dinner for the teachers of our children. Though not all teachers could make the banquet, there were many who came. M-G's teacher was able to come, and so we were part of the celebration for our teachers. Each family was in charge of decorating their own table as well as providing the plates, cups, utensils, etc. This opportunity to decorate made me a little nervous...I do not have much confidence in my decor talents. As many of you know, my mother can take a bag of trash and make it look like a treasure and a delight. An amazing and wonderful talent that I hoped was shared with both of her daughters. My sister got that talent, but not me. :) I am always thankful when mom helps me figure out how to place my china in the china cabinet, how to fix our entry table so it looks welcoming, and how to make everything feel cozy and warm and inviting. My mom makes everything she touches just beautiful!

So...it was time for me to grow up and decorate without the aide of my mom (I do not think the phone conversation we had while I was setting things up really counted). Here is what our table looked like the night before the dinner:




M-G was tickled pink that she was able to eat and visit with her teacher...and the dinner was terrific.
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On the way home, E said, "When we get home, I need to get some camoflaugss."

"You need what? And, why?" one of us asked.

"Camoflaugss---you know, to cover my teeth!!!" E replied. We questioned him further in hopes of understanding what he wanted..."Some CAMOFLAUGSS!!! To go between my teeth and get stuff out!!!"

Dana still looked a bit puzzled, but we were close to figuring this one out..."Would you happen to mean DENTAL floss?" I asked.

"Yes!!!" said with relief.