giving thanks {rooted in tradition}

 Until just a few days ago I wasn't quite sure where I would be setting my Thanksgiving table and I am quite excited to announce that I will be spending it in my new home state of California.  Even typing that out, I am in disbelief that I am actually picking up and moving to San Francisco.  Much more on this exciting move to come!  For now, I wanted to share the ideas currently swirling through my head on how I will create a California casual Thanksgiving rooted in tradition. I am particularly inspired by the textural mix of cactus spines and dried leaves, as well as lightening up the menu with a grilled kale and fig based salad.

(grilled kale salad via five and spice, leaf place cards via once wed, wreath by Studio Choo, unknown, cactus photograph via tumblr and invitation suite via Oh So Beautfiul Paper)
There is certainly much to be thankful for this year!