It’s Time for Tea

Welcome to April’s Tea on Tuesdays

I am delighted to be joining my sweet Tea-Loving friends Mary from Home is Where the Boat Is and Pam from Everyday Living for their Tea On Tuesdays, which is always the third Tuesday of each month. These gals always have stunning photos and creative ideas to share for Tea Time. Thank you gals for inviting me. It’s always an honor.

I am so happy you are joining us today as well. You’ll be able to find Mary and Pam’s links for their teas at the bottom of this post.

Tea for One

There’s something special about setting a tea time just for one. A moment to pause. It’s not just tea—it’s a little act of self-care. It’s choosing to surround myself with beauty, even on an ordinary day. Our coffee table, set for tea, feels like a quiet, joyful hug. We’re often reminded to use the pretty things, not to leave them tucked away in a china cabinet. Today, I’m taking that to heart.

“Teatime is a chance to slow down, pull back and appreciate our surroundings.” ~Letitia Baldrige

This Tuesday, I kept things simple but cheerful. First, I chose the floral table topper I found in Oberammergau, Germany, a few years ago, from one of our adventures. This topper is one of my favorites.

I brewed a cup of Taylor’s lemon orange tea—a gift from my son last Mother’s Day. I poured it into a special yellow rose vintage teacup. This little treasure goes way back, found one afternoon while antiquing. There’s just something about yellow. It was my mom’s favorite color, and it never fails to make me smile. So does this teacup. It reminds me of the Peace rose blooming in our garden.

***This year’s Peace Rose took on a more coral color around the edges.***

“If I had a rose for every time I thought of you, I’d be picking roses for a lifetime.” — ~Swedish Proverb

And of course, a plate of homemade lemon bars—just the right mix of tart and sweet. Soft touches of yellow surround me. A vintage hand-painted plate with roses, a gift from a dear friend who has since passed, joins me today. I usually display it in the kitchen each spring, but today it feels best right here.

The yellow depression glass plates, along with the creamer and sugar bowl, were gifts from my Sweet Man—he does love a surprise.

From my milk glass collection, I found the perfect little bud vase for a yellow rose on the tray. And I couldn’t resist bringing out my handmade tea cosy from England, found on Etsy.

“When there’s tea there’s hope.” ~ Sir Arthur Pinero

To the left sits a swan vase, borrowed from a friend, filled with yellow carnations and baby’s breath. Another friend lent me a white linen napkin trimmed in yellow stitching. Their thoughtfulness makes this time feel even more special. When I mention Tea on Tuesdays, they’re always eager to join in and help—it means so much.

***One swan looks to the front while the other looks to the back.***

I settled onto the couch and took my time. No rushing, no to-do list—just a few quiet moments to enjoy the tea, the lemon treat, and the simple pleasure of it all. Sometimes, that’s all it takes to reset the day.

“It’s always tea time.” ~ Lewis Carroll

A small pause. A bit of care for me.
All this, in a teacup. 💛

Because sometimes, the sweetest company is found in these small moments—and in remembering that we are worth the effort of setting a pretty table, even just for ourselves.

A Souvenir

I just had to add my darling souvenir to my tea time. It’s not a teacup, but it’s a cute little handmade piece of pottery. I found it in the Azores on our last adventure.

***Do you see the little espresso cup with the daisies on it? I found it in a cute pottery shop in the Azores.***

Tea on Tuesday Hosts

I want to thank my tea loving friends, Mary and Pam for inviting me for tea today. It is always such an honor.

And now they have invited you for tea. I know you’ll enjoy their company and the warmth they share.

Please click the links below to see their inspiration.

Thank you for spending a little Tea Time with me today. Do you enjoy afternoon tea? Do you bring out your special teacups?

I’m so glad you stopped by to share this quiet moment with me. Your support, your kindness, and your time are deeply appreciated. Until next time, I hope you find a lovely moment to sit, sip, and simply enjoy.

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