I love this quote by Dolly Carlson:
"Festive decorations are a gift from your heart to the hearts of those who enter your home. They simply and sweetly say, 'love lives here' and we were expecting you, welcome!"
I wish I could say that my home was always ready for company, but it's a goal I'm still working on. If you have children still at home, you have an even harder job! When families are young, so many things are more important than is spotless home. I get it!
Decorating for seasons and holidays can be a fun family activity and tradition. This year, I grew small pumpkins called "Jack Be Little" in my garden. They are adorable! They can be put in fruit bowls or included with other decorations. You could even paint faces on them.
I, also, plan on adding them to gift baskets along with some homemade pickles or other canned goods. Adding a little something extra to baskets of cookies or flowers or apples can bring a smile.
I love the idea that decorating lets visitors know they are welcome and cared about!
"Kindness is like snow - it beautifies everything it covers." ~Kahil Gibran
