Just a Little Southern Hospitality

Thursday, September 30, 2021

Monday, September 27, 2021

Dollar Brides

Amelia Astor is not from the aristocracy Astors. No, she is a lowly relation. But she has found out that her dear friend has been "bought" by a man with a title, for the wealth her family can offer.

So begins this wonderful novella. I loved the cover, and the story is so intriguing. This historical fiction takes place in 1899. Mothers "sell" their daughters to English Lords and ship them across the ocean. All for a title in the family to bring the Americans up in society. Amelia is determined to fight for the young ladies caught in this trap.

Bracebridge Brighton III has an usual first encounter with Amelia. But he has a mission that could cut Amelia off by means a grave mistake he made.

Anne Greene always writes the most interesting stories. Always clean and wholesome. Dollar Brides is no different. I love her vivid descriptions of places the two visit. And does the romance between Amelia and Brace bloom? I think you will enjoy reading it to find out.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Saturday, September 25, 2021

Pressed Flower

This shelf holds several very special teacups in my collection. Let me tell you why.

This shelf and china holds a place in my heart because it belonged to my very BFF. She was an avid collector of anything tea related. She especially loved English bone china, and enjoyed finding some very pretty pieces. We had been best friends for 20 years. She was the type of friend who always had a smile and loved unconditionally. She was never too busy to spend a little time with you. On September 26, 2004, during one of the wildest hurricane seasons that Florida has experienced, my very dear friend rode the wave of Hurricane Jeanne into the arms of Jesus.

Pressed Flower Page
"In my book of memories there is a pressed flower that fills a page
With gentle fragrance lingering still,
Though it's faded now with age.

The way my friend smiled and laughed,
The many ways she cared,
Are a legacy that she left behind in stories I love to share.

So remember the hearts who've touched your life,
It's what we each are here for.
A pressed Flower gently reminds us
To love and treasure our friendships more."

I miss you Diana........ keep the pot warm.

Friday Favorites

Saturday Sparks

Friday, September 24, 2021

Angry clouds

Traveling last week we saw some pretty angry clouds.

We were fortunate that it only rained on us one day.

Skywatch Friday

Thursday, September 23, 2021

September

Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Fall is in the air

Fall is in the air. Even though we live in the deep south I enjoy bringing the colors of Autumn indoors. As the season begins to change, I like to warm up the table with the incense of Fall.