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When I think of a hostess, an image of my grandma pops into mind. She loves having people over. Events are her house can lend toward the formal side, though. Major holidays, in particular, would mean the fragile china plates and the glasses with gold-edged rims – the ones my brother liked because he could make music with them by rubbing his finger on the edge. Non-holiday get-togethers still meant tablecloths and decorative centerpieces. It was kind of fun the way Grandma turned everything into a special event.
But is formality the answer to being a hostess? What are some basic things I need to do to be a good hostess? Have food/snacks ready at a moment’s notice? I try to remember to offer beverages when people come in. Is it wrong that I like the idea of them helping themselves to more water, drinks, snacks, etc, and making themselves at home?
I think it depends. I know when we come up, I love that I can just rummage through your cupboards, or roam your house looking for toys for the kids... or whatever. It feels very welcoming and like your house is my house.
I would say with people who you know less well, they would appreciate more "hands-on" hostessing. They would probably feel weird making themselves at home and feel like they are invading your privacy by looking through your things.
All I know, is I feel very peaceful at your house (even with the noise of our combined 6 kids 5-years old and younger). :-)
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