Let's give em something to talk about

If you're not familiar with TableTopics , it's such a fabulous little secret weapon to have around the house for those holiday weekends in which the throngs of relatives descend upon you. I mean, uh, honor you with their presence. Each b…

Let's give em something to talk about
If you're not familiar with TableTopics, it's such a fabulous little secret weapon to have around the house for those holiday weekends in which the throngs of relatives descend upon you. I mean, uh, honor you with their presence.
Each box is filled with 135 little cards, each one printed with a question that helps start conversation. (Don't worry; it's not Truth or Dare.) The Family Gathering Edition is perfect for this time of year, when different generations come together. Questions include what are the foods you remember from your childhood? Or have you ever met anyone famous? I could totally imagine my Uncle Howard breaking out his story about crashing the Fashion Cafe in the 90's and finding himself dancing with Naomi Campbell.

You also might consider the Grandparent Edition which helps jar the memories of your family's matriarchs and patriarchs so their stories make it to the next generation.

It's so much better than sitting around the TV all day on Thanksgiving. Although, I do recognize that not every family has my Uncle Howard in it. -Liz

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