Preparing for houseguests

As guests would leave our home, my dad would call out, “come anytime!” The welcome mat spoke the truth at our house. It was not uncommon for friends or relatives to simply show up. If they timed the visit right, they would receive an invitation to join us for dinner. Mom was already cooking for a large family, so an additional plate or two was rarely an inconvenience. As an adult, I enjoy hosting events and entertaining guests. Especially, I look forward to family or friends visiting from out of town. I want my guests to know I am excited they are visiting. I want them to feel at home and leave with a desire to return. With experience and practice, I have learned that preparing your home for houseguests prior to their arrival creates time to relax and enjoy the visit once the guests ... [Read More]