Memorial Day is a US federal holiday wherein the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces are remembered. THANK YOU to all who have served! Ray "Bubba" Sorensen II is on a quest. To honor our veterans. This likable young man has a gift and a passion to honor every veteran who has served and who has made a difference. He watched the movie "Saving Private Ryan" and was inspired to do something that would be a unique way of acknowledging their service. His … [Read more...]
Teapot Tuesday
Today I am a basket case. Or rather--my teapot is a basket case. How adorable is this unique and detailed basket teapot recently added to the collection from my favorite eBay seller? I am not sure how well it will actually pour as there has obviously never been a pot of tea brewed in it. I think it might pour a bit awkwardly but the cute factor makes up for that in my humble opinion. When the news reporter said "Shopkeepers are opening their doors bringing … [Read more...]
Teapot Tuesday
Another delightful teapot today from my favorite eBay seller who is selling off her mom's teapot collection that numbers close to 1000!!! I love this little froggie themed teapot and am happy to welcome it into my collection. … [Read more...]
Teapot Tuesday
This cute teapot came from Ebay from my sweet seller whose mom had the massive collection. Who could resist this pastoral themed Sadler teapot? Not me! It is a lovely teapot which has never had a pot of tea brewed in it. I need to change that! One of the shining moments of my day is that when, having returned a little weary from an afternoon walk, I exchange boots for slippers, out-of-doors coat for easy, familiar, shabby jacket, and, in my deep, soft-elbowed … [Read more...]
November 2: Number Two
·Today I am very thankful that I live in the United States of America. Do we have problems? Sometimes. But do we have freedom to exercise our right to vote, freedom to worship, freedom to speak freely among other things---YES! What a great country we live in. We are a nation of incredible people with gifts and talents and aspirations. And as I have driven across the miles---it is a beautiful nation also. So for those things I am very thankful! … [Read more...]