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How to Plan a Friendsgiving Party
Katherine and I prepared for our most recent podcast by reflecting on what kind of Fall/Winter we want to have. I realized that I am craving community. I immediately started thinking about how to plan a Friendsgiving Party.
My preliminary research showed that there’s quite a range of what you can expect at a Friendsgiving Party. You could do traditional Thanksgiving foods, or you can shake it up entirely by doing something like breakfast for dinner or even just a potluck where you ask everyone to bring their favorite pizza. It doesn’t have to be complicated.
You know I’m all for casual community. I don’t want to feel stressed … Read More
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Halloween During COVID: What We Are Doing
Given everything going on in the United States right now, I find myself craving a little levity and joy! That’s why I’ve been wondering about Halloween during COVID.
The CDC recommends against trick-or-treating. That recommendation makes sense as a blanket declaration for the country. I feel okay evaluating the situation in our individual context.
We are definitely canceling our annual Halloween party on the cul-de-sac where we invite the whole neighborhood. However, I do feel okay inviting one other family over and staying in our backyard. Then we can trick-or-treat—being careful to stay very far away from others, to wear masks, to socially distance, and not touch the candy immediately. … Read More