Table Talk

One of the most important items in any home is the kitchen table, especially at Christmas time.

In today's busy world it seems less important. We are rushing to meet all our appointments and often the kitchen becomes a fast-food drive through, stop at the kitchen bar or maybe grab a coffee to go in a travel mug.



Whether it is new, elegent, antique or simply four legs and a top, the actual value is the same, The latter describes the table I remember as a child in Saskatchewan. It matched the decore of our log house. The table is a symbol of what family is all about. That is where families come together in one group. And if anyone is missing in the house it will be noticed when an empty chair is discovered at the table. Everyone who sits at the table will interact on an equal level. Smaller children will sit on a high chair to bring them up to a level, which is equal to the biggest person at the table. The Table is where daily blessings are set out for all and shared according to their need. That is where thanksgiving is offered That is where conversation is engaged and opinions are exchanged.



I think of the table as a peaceful place. If anyone has a score to settle -- that can wait. After a meal together, the "score" may not seem that important.



May your table this Christmas be overflowing with good things and may your generous heart help some needy person to sit at your table.