Last night was memorable. I told our family we were having a “no utensil dinner!” What were they going to say? No, Mom, we’re not eating? Not my family!
How could you pass up this chicken?
Corn on the cob? (A pinch of sugar, boil for 5 minutes, and serve!)
And delicious bread? (Costco comes through once again!)
Since we’re still in the last stages of our kitchen remodel, I pushed 2 tables together, set them, and added paper towels.
It didn’t bother anyone that we had sticky fingers!
And we ended the night with great discussion around our imperfect kitchen table. You see, what happened was more than the eating of good food. It was the “talk” and the laughter and the fun that took place. At times I wish we had a hidden recorder under the table, to preserve the talks that take place.
I love family. And I’m trying to cherish each and every opportunity that we have together, many times around food.
No utensils and sticky fingers? No problem!
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How did I miss that you moved? I was just thinking, Sandy hasn’t posted anything for a while… then I looked and you moved. Fantastic new site. Love that you are now just the reluctant entertainer.
Quick questions. 1. Why did you move. 2. How hard was it to move from blogger to WP?
Now I am off to catch up with all your posts.
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How Fun!! This reminds me of the time we went to the Dixie Stampede! No silverware!! Reply:
November 5th, 2009 at 7:21 am
How Fun!! This reminds me of the time that we went to the Dixie Stampede! No silverware!!
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Is it weird that I’m hungry for chicken and sweet corn at this time of the morning?
Looks yummy and sounds like wonderful memories were made. Have a great day!
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It’s every evening – one of those nights! Sticky fingers, no utensils… according to our two year old.
Can’t wait for those evenings of just talking, around the table, after dinner…with our kids… because they can fully engage back in word and thought. Good times a coming…
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mmmm I want chicken and sweet corn now!!
xx
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Is it too late to switch my menu to corn tonight? Looks yummy. My kids seem to have a no untensil night every night!
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YUMMY— Everything looks so good and just my style of a meal.. Would love if you would share your chicken recipe .thanks
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Yummy!! Would love the recipe for the chicken!! What a fun idea..no utensils!
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That looks so good! Will you be sharing that chicken recipe? Great photos too.
Love your blog.
Best wishes, NM.
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You have just described my favorite kind of meal.
Laughter, good talks, good food, good times. Love it. I’m still sooooo anxious to see your kitchen. : )
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What a fun idea! I love your passion for family – you are such an inspiration!
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