Friday, July 9, 2010

SHORT BUT SWEET

Do you find that  l-o-n-g  weekends  fly by so very quickly? 
                                This one did for me!!


This rocking chair was in our children's nursery 
Many happy memories.
Now a quiet place for me to reflect over a cup of tea.

 In one short week we have attended one son's and daughter in-love's engagement party, a visit from our son and his soon-to-be bride, from the west coast and my sister in-law's wedding, out of town.  Our daughter was in the wedding party.


My son from BC and his soon-to-be bride came home for the four days to attend the wedding and reconnect with our extended family. No visit is ever long enough with them.  This visit was compressed into a few hours, spread over a couple of days.
Short but sweet.


A silver tray adorned with a Scottish napkin.
A funky white teapot for one,
a special teacup, cream and sugar.


And so my contribution this week is also short but sweet. But I look forward to taking the time in the next couple of days to stop by for tea with you and enjoy your thoughts and treasures.

Antique lace framed and ready to hang.
Still experimenting with that perfect place?




I have learnt that people and relationships are more important than being busy and sometimes we need to slow down, release the should do's for later and concentrate on the people we love. 



Thank you notes to write.
Monogram sticker to add a special touch to the back flap of the envelope.
Time to talk to God.


Now it is time to take a quiet moment to help me organize my priorities for the coming week, over a cup of steaming tea.  No sweets this time.  I will reminisce over the deserts at the wedding.

Teacup and Cream and Sugar
BY APPOINTMENT
TO HER MAJESTRY THE QUEEN
CHINA POTTERS
PARAGON
FINE BONE CHINA
ENGLAND REGD 

Psalm 46:10

"Be still, and know that I am God;


25 comments:

  1. This is just so lovely and the words are all SO COMFORTING and true!.., I love your sweet and oh-so-pretty pictures for this week!

    Lovely to talk to you Pam, if even for a few brief moments..,

    When we speak next we shall remember to only speak of;..,"Whatsoever things are lovely and true".., I commit the rest to God's care my dear friend!.., There is always so much that is light and lovely and of divine protection to be thankful for!

    Thanks so much for sharing this delightful 10th, 'Teapot And Tea Things Tuesday' with me once again Pam!..,

    I'm so dlighted that you had such a wonderful family time with Matt and his lovely fiance as well as at the wedding of Peter's sister and her new husband...,

    Have a wonderful day with the wee ones and take care; enjoy that 'cup of tea' and think of me, will you?.., I'd love to share some delightful tea and conversation with you right about now my dearest friend!

    Cheers and hugs form Wanda Lee

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  2. Hi Pam...

    Oh my...it sounds like you had a very busy weekend, my friend! But it's always good to have your children home for a visit...even if it is for a short time!

    I love your pretty white rocking chair and ohhh...those pretty pink decorative pillows! Such a cozy and comfortable looking chair to just sit and relax...regroup...talk to the Lord! Your tea tray is lovely, as usual!!! Well sweet lady, I hope that you catch up on a little rest and that you have a fabulous week! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home and lovely tea with us today!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari @Happy To Design

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  3. Sometimes we have to stop and smell the roses, don't we? Our lives are so busy now and you have had so many wedding related events to attend. Glad you got to spend time with family.
    Your tea tray was very pretty - enjoy your tea on the rocking chair.

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  4. Hi Pam,
    You always share such a lovely tea! I enjoy your little quotes and sentiments as much and perhaps more than the tea itself. Love the wicker rocker; oh, the stories it could tell! Wishing you a beautiful week, dear friend.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  5. Would you like a cup of tea?
    I'm really happy meeting you
    Love

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  6. Hi Pam!

    Sometime simple is best. and you just reminded me that I have some thank you's to write out! i think your simple tea is just right!

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  7. Hi Pam :) Your lovely photos make me feel so relaxed and at ease, something I need to do after such a busy holiday weekend! The teacup you have shown is just gorgeous...I always LOVE cups with pretty pink roses.

    Warmest hugs, Brenda

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  8. What gorgeous pictures! Love your blog, and I've joined you this week for your 10th! Congratulations!!
    Blessings, Doni

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  9. HI...My name is Heather and I found you via Brenda at Shabby Cats and Roses..She talked so nicely about you and some other ladies..so I decided to go ahead and pay visit to say "hello"..I must say all you ladies collect such lovely teacups and other treasures. It really makes a home look invited. I loved the teacups...and my favorite was the open Bible :) :) :) Hugs from Oregon, Heather :)

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  10. This is my first time to your blog, and I thoroughly enjoyed my visit! I know Lady Katherine and am on the Tea Time Tuesday train.

    When you said the word, "Scottish napkin" you had me, and then when you showed us your devotional, you really had me! Isn't God wonderful??? I think one reason I enjoy blogging is meeting other people who love to celebrate Him and who appreciate His blessings. Thanks for sharing yours with us...

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  11. Sounds like you have had a very busy but rewarding few days. So wonderful to get to visit with family. It always seems way too short. I love the pretty tea you set for yourself. How perfect to sit in the rocker, enjoy your tea, visit with the Lord and write a few notes. I can't think of anything better. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  12. Good afternoon Pam and I have to say right off that your first picture with that lovely chair just made me sigh. I am tired and so hot here today and that cozy wonderful spot looks perfect!
    I love the beautiful simplicity of your cup and saucer....have a wonderful visit with your son and take some pictures to share! Take care...
    Tina xo

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  13. Thanks for having me today! I am a bit late in commenting but blogger wouldn't let me when I tried last night. Something strange is going on in blogger land!

    Glad you shared your special weekend today. Sounds like it was perfect!

    Best wishes,
    Natasha.

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  14. Beautiful tea cup, cream and sugar too! It is wonderful that you are delighting in your family.
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  15. Thanks for sharing a beautiful tea set with us.
    Your rocker is so pretty.
    How wonderful to share time, however short, with family.
    Thank you for the visit.

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  16. Sounds like "wedding" is the current word for your family.

    The tea tray is lovely, SOOO inviting.

    Short but sweet is good.

    Blessings,
    Patti

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  17. What a beautiful spot to sit and relax with a wonderful cup of tea!! I love your wicker chair!!!

    Debbie

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  18. Your creamer and sugar look a lot like a set from my great grandmother. They are quite lovely. Take care.

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  19. Oh How nice to see your children they grow so quickly and I love the china this week to

    Love Dawn xx

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  20. I love your white wicker rocking chair. What a lovely spot to enjoy your tea and all your pretty tea wares.

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  21. What a lovely little spot. I love your wicker rocking chair. It must be filled with so many wonderful memories.

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  22. What a beautiful tea setting. We have a teapot like that only in green. It's great! Hope you can relax now!

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  23. Can I post my link for my tea things that I posted last Tuesday? I just love tea thngs in general...and how fun, that I"m discovering in blog land here ladies who like to share tea with other ladies in blogland :) :) :) This is wonderful!!! Love and hugs from Oregon, Heather :)

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  24. HI Pam,
    I posted a link to my tea things from last Tuesday :) :) :) this is so lovely. Thank you for allowing me to participate with you and the other wonderful ladies here..:) :) Love and hugs from Oregon, Heather :) :)

    p.s. It's H-O-T hot in Oregon...so I'm going to get something cool to drink with ice cubes!!!...tea!!!..

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  25. I love your tea cup ~ and that looks like a lovely spot to rest. :) Congratulations on all your wonderful family news.

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