At a recent party with family and friends I took sheer pleasure in layering the experience. What I mean is that just like a yummy towering confection, say a sweet English Raspberry Triffle, I added delightfully personal and especially selected elements to welcome each person to our table. The best part of all is that I had a wonderful time holding each person in mind as I made my selections. Some of the layers were for the common group and some were for individuals. I was able to play with the décor of the space as it was reflected in the wrapping paper and bows as well as the menu place cards. The gifting and welcoming feel was an apparent hit given the many dear comments I received during and after the event.
Whether it’s a party or a meal during the week, what layers can you build in that tell each person that they are loved and cherished?
