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Lady Pamela's Tea Parlor

Monday, August 23, 2010

17th Teapots and Tea Things Tuesday:



Things are Not Always What They Seem


"Real difficulties can be overcome; it is only the imaginary ones that are unconquerable".
                                                                                                                                    Theodore Vail



I feel blessed that you have joined us for tea today. Did the the past week bring you health and happiness and the satisfaction of living life well? Let's get cozy and chat while I pour you a cup of tea and find a sweet in the pantry. I hope that you feel blessed and refreshed after your visit.



Some things are not what they seem...









I purchased this teacup last week at an outdoor antique sale





This was one of my mother's teapots







Milk and sugar set
I used large white granule sugar with a few dark red granules


Tea is served


White Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake


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This is a special congratulations to Sandi of Rose Chintz Cottage.
The sweet hostess of Tea Time Tuesday
Do stop by and congratulate her and enter her Giveaway



Some one very dear to me is in the midst of an unexpected situation. A time of uncertainty and disappointment.  My heart aches with every beat it takes along with this dear one. But I know in my heart that most situations are not all what they seem.

My dear father would say, "It is a turn in the road".  We cannot see around the curve but God can, and we are to have faith that   the road will safely take us to our unplanned destination.  That closed doors and halted dreams are ripe opportunities for alterations of the present into something bigger and better than we could imagine.  God gives us a nudge in a new direction, not to fill us with fear but to strengthen our character, refine our spirit and lead us to places undiscovered, yet .


The Bible
Do not fear!


Welcome to,
'Tuesday And Wednesday Teatime
In Blogland'!..,


We thank all who are so generous with their time and willing to share their treasures with us. We invite you to take a moment to enjoy the vignettes and special tea treasures that the lovely tea ladies want to share, compliments of Mr Linky.

The sincere invitation to join the party is always there..,

~Our own memes are marked with and asterisk*:

*~ Tuesday Tea For Two with Wanda Lee @ http://theplumedpen.blogspot.com//

~ Tuesday Teatime with Lady Katherine @ http://ladykatherineteaparlor.blogspot.com/

~ Teatime Tuesday with Sandi @ http://sandimyyellowdoor.blogspot.com/
  Congratulations to Sandi.  She has 300 followers of her blog. Do stop by and celebrate with her!

~ Teacup Tuesday with Martha @ http://marthasfavorites.blogspot.com/

~ Teacup Tuesday with Terri @ http://artfulaffirmations.blogspot.com/

~ Tabletop Tuesday with Marti @ http://astrollthrulife.blogspot.com/

*~ Teapot And Tea Things Tuesday with Wanda Lee and Pam @ http://breathoffreshair-paperbutterfly.blogspot.com/

*~ Teapot And Tea Things Tuesday with Wanda Lee and Pam @ http://silkenpurse.blogspot.com/

*~ Wednesday Tea For Me And Thee with Wanda Lee @ http://theplumedpen.blogspot.com/

~Tablescape Thursday with Susan @ http://betweennapsontheporch.blogspot.com/

~Foodie Friday with Michael @ http://www.designsbygollum.blogspot.com/

~ Sunday Favorites with Chari @ http://happytodesign.blogspot.com/

~ Spiritual Sundays with Charlotte and Ginger @ http://bloggerspirit.blogspot.com/

Cheers and hugs from Pam and  Wanda Lee; ( The other half of the 17th, 'Teapot And Tea Things Tuesday', shared meme)  @  http://silkenpurse.blogspot.com



24 comments:

  1. Hello sweet lady...

    Oooh...what a beautiful tea table, my friend! Of course, you know how I love that pretty teapot! I didn't realize that it belonged to your mother...making it even more special! I do love that gorgeous teacup as well! Ohhh my...how did you know that white chocolate/raspberry is my very favorite dessert? Seriously! Hehe! Thank you so much for sharing such a lovely tea with us today, sweet lady...and thank you for hosting this fabulous party!!! I really enjoyed participating this week!

    My friend, I believe the Word of God is true! We never have to fear when He is in control! I will certainly be lifting your friends up to the Lord in prayer! God always has a plan!!!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari @Happy To Design

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  2. My dear Pam,
    How sweet of you to give me an honourable mention in your tea post this week! I do love the word you shared in your post too. God is faithful no matter what we're going through and I bless His name for His love and guidance!
    Your mother's teapot is lovely and the teacup too. Your cake looks scrumptious, my friend! Thank you for sharing a lovely post. It is a pleasure as always to participate in our tea parties together. I hope you are enjoying your week.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  3. Oh my goodness, Pam, that cake is to die for! You know what I really like on your table? The flower arrangement is so pretty and your mother's teapot is gorgeous. Of course, I do not like the teacups any less....Christine

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  4. HI PAM,
    YOUR TEA TABLE LOOKS LOVELY AS ALWAYS, LOVE YOUR NEW CUP AND SAUCERS, SO RICH AND PRETTY.

    YOUR MOM'S TEA POT IS SO PRETTY TOO, AS WELL AS THE CAKE. COULD YOU PLEASE EMAIL ME SOME OF THAT CAKE!! LOL

    ALSO LOVED YOUR LAST PARAGRAPH ABOUT WHAT YOUR DAD USED TO SAY. LOTS OF WISDOM IN THE PARAGRAPH. I LIKED IT VERY MUCH, VERY ENCOURAGING AND VERY TRUE.

    HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL HON,
    BLESSINGS, NELLIE

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  5. Luv the vibrant colors of the tea set you got at the antique sale. Looks really pretty paired up with your Mom's teapot. Don't you just love to mix and match? That's what I do with my teacups. I'm sending good vibes your way.
    -marie

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  6. Your teascape is gorgeous. What a beautiful and unusual cup and saucer. So pretty. You do have some of the most lovely teacups and teapots.
    Thanks also for the word of the Lord. I love your fathers comment that it is just a turn in the road. So perfect. Thanks for linking to TTT Hugs, Marty

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  7. This is just so beautiful, poignant and true my dear friend!..,

    Oooh my!.., You were right when you said that new teacup is a gorgeous beauty!~ What a lovely teatable vignette and taht eta pot..,Wow!

    That cake looks sooo yummy; may I have some?

    Have a marvelous week Pam, your loved one will be in our prayers!~ Your dearest dad was right!


    Thanks for co-hosting another delightful, 'Teapot And Tea Things Tuesday'!



    Hugs and blessings from Wanda Lee
    @ http://theplumedpen.blogspot.com
    and also
    @ http://silkenpurse.blogspot.com

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  8. I love the colours in your new cup and saucer and how you tied it all in for your tea this week.
    Such a pretty teapot of your mother's too.
    Judith

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  9. Amazing tea cup... the color is stunning! Happy Tea Day and wishing your friend well.

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  10. Thank you for your lovely post.
    Your tea cup is gorgeous. Reminds me of the art of Georgia O'Keeffe. Such luscious vibrant flowers.
    Your mothers tea pot is fab. Sadler made such pretty tea pots.
    Thank you so much for joining in Tea Cup Tuesday. I loved coming to visit you.
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  11. That teacup is beautiful and so is your Mother's Sadler teapot. I have a couple of Sadler pots, but not as grand as that one. Oh, how I'd love a piece of that cake with the cuppa I'm drinking right now.

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  12. Thanks for the lovely tea...I LOVE the red teacup...and it's the correct shade of red too :) :) :) Red is my favorite color...so I am definitely biased :) :)...I thought the red/white tea pot was also really beuatiful!!! Thanks for the encouragement at the end of your post, too :) :) Oh, lovely tea!!!! Love and hugs from Oregon, Heather :)

    p.s. The encouragement at the end was especially well-received....because work was a bit difficult today...but God is FAITHFUL :) :) More love and hugs!!!

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  13. Pam, this table setting really appeals to me, perhaps it is because of the well chosen pieces, the white tablecloth as a background and the amazing bouquet of flowers giving added height. Delcie
    http://teapartyland.blogspot.com/2010/08/adorable-queen-anne-cup-saucer.html

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  14. Pam, thanks for sharing another lovely tea with us. Perhaps you would like to visit and see my mega choc cake recipe. http://delcie-teapartyland.blogspot.com/2010/08/mega-chocolate-cake.html

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  15. Dear Pam
    Having a tea with you on Tuesdays is always a pleasure
    Love

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  16. Pam, this is a beautiful find. Love the black with that big beautiful bloom. Thanks for having me to tea. The raspberry mousse cake was divine! ~ Sarah

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  17. Hi Pam: What a beautiful post. I want you to know that I am praying for you and your friend. It seems that a lot of people in blogland are having heart aches this week. I am so sorry. I will continue to pray for you. Have a wonderful week. Blessings, Martha

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  18. Very pretty! I love the shot of the sugar and creamer, the colors are so pretty! ...and of course that cakes looks mighty good too:@)

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  19. Thanks for sharing the word of God; I love to hear it from other bloggers. That red tea cup is quite neat. I have not seen one like it. I am new to my fascination and hopefully growing collection.
    Smiles,
    Kim

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  20. One of my favorite prayers: "Lord, I didn't ask for this pain, I don't want this pain, and I don't like this pain. But Father, if I am going to have this pain, I pray that You will take my pain and use it for your good. In Jesus Name, Amen. Thank you for sharing your lovely tea table design. I love the way the pieces compliment each other. Cherry Kay

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  21. Hi Pam!

    Oh that teacup set is just beautiful! And the teapot..I love it!! And I think I gained 2 pounds just looking at that fabulous dessert! A wonderful tea party you set for us this week.

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  22. Dear Paper Butterfly,

    What a absolutely stunning teaq cup. I have well over 100, and not one of them has black on it. Yours is just GORGEOUS!

    Thank you for your kind comments on theteatrollley.blogspot.com As you know, I haven't been blogfging much lately, and the kind comments are so encouraging. So thank you very much. It was well appreciated!

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  23. That is a beautiful teacup. I love the rich color inside the cup and on the saucer.The black color around the outside of the cup is a surprise. What a find!I have never before seen one like the teacup you have shared with us.

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