I had been searching for a guest book to welcome friends and family to our home throughout the seasons. Since I couldn't find one that did the job, I created one using photographs from American Family Style. It is unique because it is divided into the seasons, calling out the major holidays like Thanksgiving. Friends and family can write a greeting or just sign in. I always encourage friends to be creative. One Thanksgiving my niece Mary Randolph who was about six at the time, drew pictures of our dinner--even the Pigs-in-the-Blanket some friends had brought! Though there are pictures to set the mood, there is space to add more. Mine resembles a fat little scrapbook. Friends seems to love to review them whenever they visit.

The Welcome Book has recently been reprinted by a private publisher. Luckily she is a friend of mine, so I have plenty to spare.