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The Beauty of Our Surroundings

November 1, 2019

Tea time is a chance to slow down, pull back and appreciate our surroundings. – Letitia Baldridge This is the scene at the Huntsville Botanical Garden in their Conservatory where I recently held an afternoon tea. I had to stop before the guests arrived to soak in the beauty of the room and the day.…

The Spirit of Tea

March 13, 2019

“The spirit of the tea beverage is one of peace, comfort, and refinement.” —Arthur Gray, The Little Tea Book

Tea with the Queen?

December 30, 2018

“I frequently dream of having tea with the Queen.” — Hugh Grant If you could have a cup of tea with anyone you wanted whom would you choose?

Nothing but Happiness

November 1, 2018 |

May your troubles be less And your blessings be more And nothing but happiness Comes through your door. — Irish Blessing

Centered and Calm

May 8, 2018

As the tea steeps, my head clears; As the flavors develop, my thoughts come into focus. I get centered, I get calm. Oprah Winfrey

Stolen Moments

October 15, 2017

“But I try to steal other moments. Sometimes I get up very early in the morning and enjoy a quiet house and cup of tea before the craziness begins. Other times, I’ll take a quick walk on the beach. You can find peace in a few minutes.” — Cindy Crawford

Fall Harvest Teapot

October 23, 2016

“Autumn… the year’s last, loveliest smile.” — William Cullen Bryant We’re starting to feel the crisp air and the leaves are falling. How about a warm pot of tea to brighten your cool morning? This extra-large, chunky pot will make enough to share with friends. It’s in all the bold colors of an abundant autumn…

Cheers to Downton Abbey

March 6, 2016

I’m afraid we must say goodbye to Downton Abbey since today is the final episode. There, there. Don’t cry in your cup. I expect there will be lots of Downton Abbey tea parties held today to properly bid farewell to the spectacular series. One of our favorite characters was VIOLET, DOWAGER COUNTESS OF GRANTHAM “Oh,…