Sweet home Alabama
Where the skies are so blue
Sweet home Alabama
Lord, I’m coming home to you
~Lynyrd Skynyrd
The Event
“Local businesses and individuals have come together in the spirit of community to present the first ever 1Table Florence. It will take place on November 16 on Mobile Plaza in Downtown Florence. What exactly is 1Table? It is the entire community coming together to share a meal at 1Table. Simple as that!
“Imagine the feeling of sitting down at a table that spans the length of Mobile Plaza to eat a meal of thanksgiving with your neighbors who share this sweet town we all call Home! What a day it will be! There is no agenda, no catch, and no cost to participate–just neighbors gathering together to celebrate our town in the spirit of the season. All are welcome!
“Our goal is 500 neighbors joining together to share a delicious Southern meal prepared by Jill’s Sweet Memories. The budget for 1Table is coming 100% from area businesses and individuals who recognize the importance of fostering a strong community.”
My Experience
It was lovely to see people of all ages and different walks of life come together for a meal and to support their community last Thursday. Locals had an advantage as this was “old home week” as many of them knew each other.
I attended with my daughter-in-law who knew many people. It was heartwarming to see the number of people who chatted with her and wished her well in her continuing struggle with cancer.
A wonderful event.
A wonderful day.
See also One Table A New Way to Friday
Lori Greer in Portland 
That’s fantastic! What a great idea. 😃
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Yes, it truly is wonderful. I can’t wait to try a smaller version when I return to Portland. Happy Thanksgiving.
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Same to you. Safe travels back home. We love Mobile, by the way. Great town. Happy Thsnjsgiving to you and yours as well. 😊
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I like this!
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Thank you! I hope that you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
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Fabulous! Our seaside town has a similar table down Main Street at the height of the lobster season
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That sounds great. When is it? I’ll be there!
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Somehow i Missed your question Lori:( ours is during annual
Lobster Festival in July
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Sounds wonderful. 😊
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Shediac, New Brunswick Canada
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Just in time for Thanksgiving. Even with all the troubles we all have, there is still so much to be thankful for. So glad you had a good day with your daughter-in-law, Lori.
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Thank you. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
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We kind of do both Thanksgivings (American and Canadian) because of having family in both countries. Have a good one.
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Now ‘that’ is community Lori, and would give the best medicine there is for your daughter, and for you all for that matter. Glad you had a great day 😀 ❤
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It was wonderful medicine for our souls. It was a step back in time in many ways in this little town. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Love this!! So heartwarming!
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Thank you…heartwarming is the perfect word to describe how it was. The “glow” stayed with us for days and still lingers. Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving.
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That is wonderful!
Have you ever seen the show Dr.Quinn, Medicine Woman, one of the old shows that isn’t on anymore.
It reminded me of their community. Was so nice to see a REAL one, not one just on TV. 🙂
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Thanks for the information about Dr Quinn Medicine Woman. I have heard of it but never seen it. Happy Thanksgiving.
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We loved it! Hope you can get to see it. Happy Thanksgiving to you! May you and your Desr DIL be able to hang on to.that wonderful glow!
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How lovely! Blessings, comfort, and peace to you and your family! Happy Thanksgiving Lori!
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Thank you so much. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family also. Hugs, Lori
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So glad you had a wonderful day. Tina
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Thank you. It was good to spend time with my daughter in law in such a positive environment. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
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Thank you for reading and sharing my post.
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