I’ve found that too many people say “no” to hosting dinner parties because they’re just too overwhelming. (Or, it’s too intimidating.) I agree, it’s a lot of work. It...
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This Pepperidge Farm Candy Bar Puffs Recipe isdelightful for a Harvest or Halloween party! I’ve recently accepted the Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Halloween challenge, to show my readers how simple...
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That’s right. Hosting blogging friends isn’t as intimidating as you may think. Until you actually do it … Last night some of my beautiful blogging friends, who just arrived...
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Pears and Harry & David’s Pumpkin Pecan Butter? Absolutely! Together in a warm, gooey cake? Uh-huh! Serve it up to friends who you love? You’ve got it, Baby! Tonight...
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Happy Tuesday, Friends! I’ve received comments like this on Reluctant Entertainer for many years now: I’m a reluctant entertainer because I think my home should be perfect when it’s...
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Reluctant. The definition is fascinating: Lack of enthusiasm; unwillingness or lack of enthusiasm. Or offering resistance or opposing. Reluctant is having reservations about doing something you were asked to...
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