> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://lisaromerodugal.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Dinner is Served! - URL: https://lisaromerodugal.com/blog/dinner-is-served/ - Published: 2019-11-21T21:22:07.000Z - Updated: 2019-11-21T21:22:07.000Z - Author: Lisa Romero Dugal - Tags: believe in yourself, dinner party, friendship, goals, gratitude, imagine believe achieve, inspiration, life with lisa, thankful thursday, #wordpress On this thankful Thursday, I am grateful for conquering fears. “Host a Dinner Party at my Home” was on my 54 Before 54, [https://lifewithlisa.blog/2019/02/11/54-before-54/](https://lifewithlisa.blog/2019/02/11/54-before-54/?ref=lisaromerodugal.com)and I actually regretted putting it down because just the thought of it freaked me out. I was filled with self doubt and fear. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_2094.jpg) You may be wondering, “What’s the big deal?” For an introvert like me, it IS a big deal. Will they enjoy my cooking? What if my China and glassware aren’t good enough? What if..... And the list goes on Of course I knew my friends wouldn’t judge me. And of course I knew that even if it all went wrong, we would reflect back on it with a good laugh. That’s what friends do. But that’s also what fear does - it drowns the unconditional love out. When my original plans fell through, I saw it as a way out. But.... I knew I needed to push through. Otherwise, I’d regret missing out on this wonderful opportunity to host and share some of my favorite meals with friends. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_2093.jpg) Joyfully springing into action, I pulled it off at the last minute. This was all ON me. All my husband had to do was be there for support (and maybe a couple of last minute grocery runs 🤗) I love ya Steven 😍 I pulled out our wedding china and mismatched soup bowls, set the table. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_3164-1.jpg) On the menu: - charcuterie board (why is that word impossible to say!?! - stop laughing Shelby 🤭 - Smoky Vegan Black Bean Soup - Cornbread muffins - Chicken - Split Pea Pesto Stuffed Shells (my favorite 😋) - Plant-Based Pasta Salad - Apple Pie Parfait - Peppermint Fudge Brownies ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_2028.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_2024.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_2027.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_2031-1.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_2030.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_3157.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_3161-1.jpg) It all went off without a hitch. Delicious food - everyone cleaned their plates! Great conversation while learning new things about one another. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_3167.jpg) It was a very special evening that I will forever be grateful for. I’m blessed that our friends were excited to be a part of something important to me. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f8/03/f803cc65-7efe-420c-aa7f-01e7478e45d0/content/images/2026/09/img_2095.jpg) What fear would you like to push through? ***Imagine*** with all your mind \~ ***Believe*** with all your heart \~ ***Achieve*** with all your might *Life With Lisa* 💕 ## From the Life With Lisa years 4 comments, as they were left on lifewithlisa.org. 1. **lifewithlane14** November 21, 2019 That looks absolutely delicious my friend! Where was my invite? Lol I've always wanted to do that but I don't have the space in my current home. Looks like you did a beautiful job! Happy Thankful Thursday ❤🦋🌻 1. **lifewithlisa9**Lisa November 21, 2019 Thank you!!! If your ever in the New Orleans area, please let me know ❤️ 2. **Lisa Coleman** December 3, 2019 It all sounded quite tasty! Yay for you for checking a fear off your list. You had me at pesto. My favorite thing to eat. 🥰 3. **lifewithlisa9**Lisa December 4, 2019 Thank you!!!