If Teacups

 ....... could talk, what would they say.

Have you ever wondered what teacups would say if they could talk?  Would they tell you about their travels from.....

England

France

perhaps Germany or Japan

Would they tell you if they served tea to a Lady, a Duchess or maybe even a Queen?

Would your teapot tell you the secrets of it's past.  In the book If Teacups Could Talk by Emilie Barnes, she states -

For hundreds of years, "Come for tea" has been another way of saying, "Come, let's share a little bit of our lives together." Quietly and gently, this inviting phrase calls us out of ourselves and into special relationships with others

I have collected tea cups for many years now.  Some are new, some of old, some are just plain used.  Some were gifts.  And a few were inherited from a special friend who passed away.  

There are special memories with each teacup.  Memories of good times, and some painful times.  And yet, it isn't the teacup, or the tea that makes the time spent special.  It's what happens when you sit down and share your heart as you  pour a cup of tea, coffee, or lemonade.

If teacups could talk, I think what they would say is-

"Come and share a pot of tea,

My home is warm and my friendship's free."

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Sky watching in the Smokies

 

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Heart friend

Do you have a friend who sticks closer to you then a brother? I've had two such friends in my lifetime. One is with the Lord, and the other lives many states away. But yet when I think of the sweet friendships that we have shared, it warms my heart beyond measure.

"There's a blessing in our friendship,
It's a bond between we two.
For the Lord brought us together,
And I thank Him now for you.

You've been there when I needed you,
We've shared our dreams and plans.
And when at times I've fallen down,
You've given me your hand.

You are always such a Joy
Each time that we're together,
But more than that, you are my friend
And in my heart forever."

So today I am thankful for my heart friends. The ones who really care, and share part of their lives with me. Friends may come and friends may go, but your heart friend is with you forever.

"Kindness is a friend's greatest asset,
With it she can mend misunderstandings
and smooth out rumpled feelings.
With only a well placed word,
She can raise a downcast spirit."

Hug your friend today :-)

The "Sky"scrapers

 Just keep coming....

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Enjoying a cuppa

 Everyone seems to be calling for Fall in the month of September. We are still pretty hot but our weather has been pleasant enough to sit out on the back porch and sip my tea and enjoy this literary series.

Have you met Flavia? She is the star of these books by Alan Bradley. They are a little bit of a mystery series, but oh so fun to read. I'm already on my third book in the series.


I'm starting to bring out my Fall china so this Johnson Brothers cup and saucer seemed quite appropriate for today. "Pomona" is the pattern.

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iPhone

I don't recall where we were when I shot this picture as we were driving. But the colors were so striking I just had to pull out my phone and shoot.

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Lost Alaskan Memories

 

Lost Alaskan Memories by Heidi McCahan was such a refreshing look at amnesia plot line. 

Max Butler was thought to have died on a mountain in Peru. When he shows up in Opportunity Alaska two years later, every one is shocked. Max has no recollection of his life before his head injury, so things are a little tense as he seeks to remember what his former life was like.

Hayley Morgan is determined to guard her heart after Max chose climbing instead of settling down. She refuses to tell Max how close they were before he left. She just didn't know if she could forgive Max for all the damage that was done.

This is a good story about second chances. The characters were well rounded and there was lots of interesting sidelines.  Family, faith and forgiveness was the key element to this wholesome clean story. Heidi McCahan's writing is paced and well developed.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary ecopy of this book which I received from Net Galley. All views expressed are my honest opinion..

Florida sunset

 

                A beautiful Florida sunset.  Overlooking the lake.

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Tea in the Garden

For most of the US, summer is coming to an end.  Here in the deep south, we still enjoy sunshine and balmy days.  So, I wanted to spend a little time in the garden.  

My African Violet has been so full of blooms.  I just had to take it out to the garden and enjoy its beauty.

Old Royal Bone China sugar and creamer.

The scarf is a Orenburg Lace Scarf that my daughter bought on a trip.

Tea in the Garden.  It's always a delight to share a tea party.

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Blue skies....

 

...smiling at me. Nothing but blue skies, do I see.

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Last days of summer

It seems a lot of folks are taking the last few days of summer for a quick little vacation. 

And do you know what we heard while we stayed here?

Nothing, absolutely nothing :-)

Makes it hard to come back to the "real" world

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A visit in history

On a trip up north, we visited the restored home of Lt. Col. J. Jones, built in the 1700's.

Lt. Col. Jones was a personal escort to Martha Washington, our first Presidents First Lady, when she visited Pennsylvania.

This home is located in Morgantown, PA. 

It's always interesting to find historical landmarks whenever we travel.

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The Second Story Bookshop

 

The Second Story Bookshop by Denise Hunter is a second chance romance story.

Shelby and Grays relationship is rocky at best. As high school sweethearts, they are torn apart by circumstances that leaves Shelby heartbroken and Gray rejected. When Gray returns he learns that he has been left 49% of the bookstore that Shelby thought she had inherited. What was Gram thinking? 

The story is light reading. Clean romance, beautifully written as only Denise Hunter can. The second chance takes you through some drama and a slow build of trust. The story has a good flow and keeps your interest.

I received a complimentary ebook copy from the publisher, through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Strawberry /Blueberry Truffle

Want a dessert that will keep them coming for more? How about one that elevates end of summer?

My daughter found this Taste of Home recipe and it is certainly a winner.

DD added the blueberries, and it was not only pretty, it was delicious.

I won't copy the recipe for you here but will send  you to the Taste of Home link.

Enjoy!

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Land Between the Lakes

 

Lighthouse Landing at Land Between the Lakes, Grand Rivers KY.

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Pretty Pink Roses

 From this..............

to this..............................

I found this container of china at my local thrift store.  I could not wait to bring it home and set a pretty table.

W. H. Grindley & Co Pink Roses (Conway pattern)

 This tea set was painted by my late mother in law.

 27 pieces including two serving pieces.

Yes, this china took my breath away.  I am delighted to serve lunch on these beautiful dishes.  

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