Perched on the sideboard in my dining room are several woodland creatures, overseeing the preparations and waiting to hold turkey, stuffing, and other delicious side dishes.
The deep wells on the huge Woodland Spode turkey platter hold all the juices from the tasty bird!
But not from this bird! He’s a guest.
Serving spoons and plates await the cranberry orange relish (homemade and my favorite) …
… and others hold the turnips and stuffing (with sausage and dried cherries!) …
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… and an antique bread board holds homemade
pumpkin bread … at least for the few minutes before it disappears!
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Spoon rests are ready to protect the beautiful sideboard.
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The pumpkins will move to make room for other goodies …
and the candles will be lit.
After the feast
and a walk in the woods with the dogs
(no naps!!),
pumpkin pie will be served
on the turkey dishes.
NOW it’s time for a nap.
^^^^AND FOR MY THANKSGIVING CHALLENGE^^^^
A REMINDER OF WHAT I AM THANKFUL FOR
My son is home from college for turkey dinner!
And even though that means MORE LAUNDRY …
it also means MORE FUN!
I am also thankful that my daughter is home
from college too, and that she knows
where the dormitory laundry room is!
XOXO
I am most thankful that our family is together for Thanksgiving.
I wish all of my friends a wonderful, festive Thanksgiving Day,
and many reasons to be thankful.
Linda 🙂
“Thank you for your Beautiful Tour”… Everything is WONDERFUL, NOW I must go prepare my own feast…
“Happy Thanksgiving to you and Yours”!
Hugs, Donna
Lovely table! Happy Thanksgiving!
Oh my! That laundry, that is so funny in a few years I won’t be laughing. 2 Sons about to go to college! Love your Spode! It is just gorgeous! Happy Thanksgiving!
Sherry
Lovin’ your beautiful platter and plates! Your candle sticks are fantastic! Happy Thanksgiving-enjoy:@)
Those dishes have such beautiful detailed animals, but that bread board is absolutely gorgeous!
Have a Happy Thanksgiving, Linda.
I know this is silly, but one of my favorite things are your spoon rests. All the other things are quite beautiful and I suppose the spoon rests might not come under that heading – but I love them just the same.
Your table is gorgeous. I love all your dishes, I’ve secretly been pinning away for the spode with the rabbit on them, have been a very good girl and not ordered them. lol
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
hugs ~lynne~
Oh this is so lovely. I love the sideboard itself and then what is one it even more special. I love that breadboard. Happy Thanksgivings.
Love your Thanksgiving Carolers and your china. Your side board is lovely ! Dialogue is so creative.
Such a pretty table! Thanks for visiting my blog and following – will do the same for you. I’m all for avoiding laundry! 🙂
Happy Thanksgiving!
You have so many turkey-themed pieces and they are all terrific! Although I;m sure it is great to have your son (& D) home from college, maybe you’ll have to remind him, its MORE FUN, LESS LAUNDRY! Happy TG to you!
DD
Your turkey platter is beautiful and I’m in love with your bunny plate. Everything looks beautiful and poised for the big day tomorrow. Thanks for sharing and Happy Thanksgiving.
First before we get to the decor, the sideboard itself is a gorgeous piece. I absolutely love the woodland characters on your plates. The bunny is my favorite. What charming and delightful plates. Everything is so pretty. Hope you have a wonderful meal tomorrow and that everyone’s hearts are filled with gratitude.
Oh, I adore Woodland Spode! The turkey platter is exquisite!
Your dishes are lovely! I think you have everything done up so nice. Enjoy the day with your family!
I love your beautiful Spode dishes and the carolers. Sounds like you are having a really nice thanksgiving with the kids being home. Happy Thanksgiving to y’all, Linda!…Christine
Just stopped by from Between Naps. . .
I especially love your dishes! And your decorating is lovely!
Oh, your Spode is gorgeous! I especially admire your beautifully decorated sideboard — it looks wonderful against your dining room wall. Enjoy having your children home for the holiday!
Linda, Thank you for stopping by and leaving such an upbeat and happy message. You sound so full of life and fun. I would love to plan a day trip to Nell Hills. Always love going to see her beautiful things. She has 3 of them. 2 are in Atchison and one at Briarcliff. All of them are about an hour or so from me… I would truly enjoy meeting you and watch your eyes as you enjoy all of her eye candy. Happy Thanksgiving.
hugs ~lynne~
Love your spode dishes something I could only wish for. I know you will have a great get togeather with your family. Love the carolers.Our dinner over spent with son wife and grandson home from college.
Linda…your dishes are all gorgeous!! Enjoy your daughter’s visit…laundry and all!
Blessings!
Gail
Linda this is just so gorgeous!!!
I love the china, I love the buffet and I love your beautiful decorating!
Hugs,
Cindy
I’m sure that Tom Turkey felt very special displayed on your beautiful hunt table. Everything looks so special. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay
When my son first got married — he and his wife would bring their laundry home for Thanksgiving too! LOL — but it’s worth it to get them home. Love your pretty Thanksgiving table.
beautiful table setting–i love your dishes, but that bread board is my favorite!
paige
Hi lovely lady, I love the little Turkey on your Beautiful china~~~ I would love to have your China so lovly!!! Did you make your pumpkins so sweet looking.Do you have the name for your China with the Turkey Pattern on them. See if you can get back to me~~ and Thanks so much for your lovely comments on my Tablescapes ~~~
I hope your dinner was as lovely as your table. Thanks for the visit and comment. I am plugging away at christmas decorating.
Cathy
I adore your cute post title Linda but your sideboard had me at *Hello*. Wowsa! Gorgeous, gorgeous decor’ throughout your entire room. Love it all!
Happy weekend! ~Melissa 🙂
Beautiful.
Darryl and Ruth : )
Love your beautiful sideboard set-up, Linda! Your turkey platter and animal plates are gorgeous! Thanks for stopping by my blog and for your nice comment! I am a new follower!
What a charming post. Oh how I love those Spode dishes. Just my cup of tea. I have a lot of Byer’s Choice carolers but not for Thanksgiving. Cute as can be!! 🙂
Donna
Fabulous! I am SO diggin’ that antique bread board!!! I have never seen one quite like it, and it is TEE-riffic!!! Hope you and yours had a great Thanksgiving!
Linda,
I LOVE your dishes. I am trying so hard not to covet them. But I am weak when it comes to spectacular dishes, especially when they are beautifully displayed!
I really relate to your blog name. I would always say (jokingly, of course) to my kids, don’t go to school, let’s be dumb and fun!
Thankfully they both just graduated from college and are employed. Sometimes not listening to me was much smarter.
We had 2 in college just a year ago. YIKES! Those were the “lean” years. But they were so fun. Enjoy them!!!!
xo Yvonne