I love having people over at our house……whether its an intimate dinner party, or just a casual hang. I prefer hanging out on the deck, closer to dusk with the string lights plugged glowing, adding to the charming ambiance.
We went to one of my favorite restaurants [Tupelo] in Whitefish for my birthday dinner earlier in the week…..but a few friends joined us on the deck for a little get together over the weekend. It really wasn’t about my birthday at all….it was an excuse to gather a few people that I love for an evening of good conversations, cupcakes [thanks Ashley!] and summer cocktails.
As friends of mine asked me about the “guest list” this was my answer. Invite everyone. If they know me. If they like me. If they want to get to know me. All are welcome. So, the evening was filled with a few of our dear friends, sweet employees, customers from our shop, musicians that I lead worship with and a few Fresh Life interns. This evening wasn’t about cliques or groups, but about gathering together.
This year, we celebrated each of our birthdays outdoors. HELLO SUMMER BIRTHDAYS! Such fun memories we’ve had, especially on our back deck. I love it.
