I can’t go very long without a lovely cup of tea – especially in the afternoon.  For some reason it’s the perfect pick-me-up, and I have taken to enjoying a little tea party at least once a week. By party – I mean using a pretty cup and eating a goodie. LOL! Honestly, if you have the time and the means and the company – you can go all out and set a pristine tea table using lace and linen, loose leaf tea and...

Mmmmm – Fall is just another reason to cozy up with a good book and a great cup of tea. I grew up drinking iced tea.  My mom made it by the GALLON while we were kids.  LOVE the stuff!  She used sugar until sweetener came along, and as I’ve gotten older, I’ve switched to honey as often as possible for sweetening my tea. Even moreso, I’ve grown to really enjoy tea.  It’s a “me” thing in my house...

If you are the mother, grandmother, aunt, big sister, father, favorite babysitter, etc., of one or more special “Princesses” hosting a Princess Tea Party can be a breeze!  Not only can it be a fun way to practice etiquette and celebrate accomplishments, it also provides a perfect setting for spending quality time with your favorite girl(s).  Boys can be included if they’re willing to put up with a bit of girly behavior and...

When you are feeling overwhelmed by the responsibility of life… When you are buried by stress and difficult circumstances… When you don’t think you can “go on” any longer… When you have so much to celebrate and be thankful for… When you have a few moments to share with someone special… When you can rejoice in a blessing… When you need time to mourn a loss… When you need time to reflect...