True hospitality is not about being perfect, cooking a fancy meal, or spending a lot of money. Rather, it's about an open door and an open heart. Popular blogger Sandy Coughlin offers a simple but savvy approach to help women break free of the anxieties that keep them from opening their homes. Emphasizing the forgotten goal of entertaining - connecting deeply with others - she shows how women can use the gifts and talents God gave them to reach out in love.
We just don't have the space to entertain anyone but ourselves, and honestly inviting someone into our tiny home is an embarrassment to me. I am a reluctant entertainer. Through this book, Sandy offers encouragement and ideas to help women break free of the fears that keep them from practicing hospitality. This book is full of meal ideas, party ideas, conversation starters and reassurance that it is okay that we are not all Martha Stewart. The heart of the book resounds with the message that people don't care if you or your house is perfect; they long to connect to others just like you do ( friendship is what is important). This book was such a blessing to me and an encouragement.
"True hospitality is not about being perfect" but rather about "an open door and an open heart." This book encourages women to let go of perfection and just enjoy connecting with people. This is an invaluable resource for your home.
I received this book compliment of Bethany House Publishers for my honest review.
Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment. I am now following you and love meeting new quilters. My home is small as well, thank you for sharing your journey...I feel better!
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to thank you for your reviews. As a result of them I have bought several books that I might not have done otherwise.
ReplyDeleteHi Brenda! I've seen this book alot lately and am so glad for your review of it. Thanks for stopping by today and for entering the giveaway. Hope your Monday is off to a good start!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't have expressed it better myself...Now that I am older, I don't worry so much about the house or its cleanliness..I just want it to present a welcome home to anyone who stops by...and I want it to be a sanctuary for Honey Bear when he returns each week.
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting me...I like the design of your blog.
Mama Bear
Hi Brenda, thanks so much for taking the time to read my blog posting over at Stash and vote for your favourite bom on my site - I'm sew appreciative!
ReplyDeleteI've added your blog to my rss feed and thanks for this great book review :)
Valerie
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