Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Tea Time for One





Here in N FL we are experiencing some lovely weather with cooler temperatures and low humidity. I always have to take advantage of this kind of weather because next week the humidity will be back and temperatures will be rising. A wonderful time to be gardening but at Tea Time it is time to take a break and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors.



A toile tablecloth to cover the table and my Fall pillows for comfort.



My tea staying warmed by my Janear glass teapot. It is a German made teapot.



My tea of choice is a Tarragon Tea. I grow the Mexican Tarragon in a pot on my patio. I would prefer growing French Tarragon but it is of similar taste and the French variety will not grow well in our heat and humidity. I love the licorice taste of Tarragon and I have been told it is a good tea for tummy issues.



I always use Demera Sugar in my tea with a splash of lemon and a slice of lemon as well.



A Bannana Nut Muffin pared well with my Tarragon Tea to hold me over until dinner time. I worked up an appetite while gardening.



Taking the time to savor the afternoon with Tea for One is a "Good Thing".



My Furry babies enjoyed the afternoon also. On the left is my Cavelier King Charles Spaniel, Miss Scarlet and on the right is my rescued Beagle, Huey.



I think Miss Scarlet wanted some of my Bananna Nut Muffin.

I am joining Susan today at A Southern Daydreamer for Outdoor Wednesday and also Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for Tablescape Thursday. Please check out all the other participants on both of these beautiful blogs.
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23 comments:

  1. My name is RietSeptember 30, 2009 at 12:46 PM

    What a lovely tea for one. I like the pictures you took . LOve the teapot and cup and saucer and your doggies of course. Have a nice day

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  2. Mary BergfeldSeptember 30, 2009 at 2:03 PM

    What a lovely spot for tea. Your patio and garden are lovely and welcoming, but its selfish of you not to share that delicious muffin. I hope you are having a wonderful day.

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  3. LVSeptember 30, 2009 at 4:49 PM

    With that beautiful setting I would love having tea with you anytime. Very nice post for today.

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  4. pennySeptember 30, 2009 at 5:28 PM

    Your certainly do have a wonderful place in north Florida. It is so beautiful there and you can enjoy the change of seasons much more than I... we are just to far south :)
    Thanks for stopping by and leaving a kind comment.
    Pam :)

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  5. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeSeptember 30, 2009 at 5:35 PM

    So beautiful. I love the gorgeous yard and the beautiful landscaping. Everything is just lovely. Hugs, Marty

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  6. a quiet lifeSeptember 30, 2009 at 9:19 PM

    looks wonderful and i love your guests~

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  7. PATSeptember 30, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    Beautiful tea table! Sweet pups!

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  8. Lori ESeptember 30, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    I have never heard of Mexican tarragon. I grow the French and it just thrives on my neglect.
    So simple a table and so inviting. Nice of you to share your muffin.

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  9. Mid-Atlantic MarthaSeptember 30, 2009 at 10:09 PM

    What darling companions for your tea! Lovely setting.

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  10. susanSeptember 30, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    Your house in your header always seems so familiar and inviting to me. Now, I know I'd like to be invited for tea--especially to meet Miss Scarlett and Huey!

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  11. JeanneSeptember 30, 2009 at 10:48 PM

    Beautiful and relaxing - Southern charm.

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  12. DeannaSeptember 30, 2009 at 11:12 PM

    Had a lovely time at your place!
    Everything looks great and I enjoyed my visit.

    Hope you'll come by for hot chocolate,
    d

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  13. Phyllis @Around the HouseOctober 1, 2009 at 1:18 AM

    What a lovely and inviting place to have a relaxing tea...So pretty and cared for...it's nice to have a refreshing place...thanks for sharing...come visit..Phyllis

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  14. JessicaOctober 1, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    What a lovely spot....just beautiful.

    J~

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  15. UnknownOctober 1, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    Cute doggies, who could resist. I bet she got a piece of muffin!!! Love your teapot. I've heard of them and how pretty they are and how good the tea is. Florida is so beautiful no a pretty day and your garden is the perfect choice for a little treat!

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  16. CynthiaOctober 1, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    Taking time for tea is a good thing! Thanks for sharing and have a great day!

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  17. Ms. Bake-itOctober 1, 2009 at 9:27 AM

    What adorable tea time companions! Lovely setting for tea.

    ~ Tracy

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  18. Chari at Happy To DesignOctober 1, 2009 at 12:50 PM

    Hello...

    Absolutely gorgeous!!! I don't think one could ask for a prettier setting for tea...I love your garden table and chairs! Ohhh...and that beautiful toile tablecloth...gorgeous!!! I love, love, LOVE that pretty tea cup and saucer! I know that I've seen that pretty pattern before but can't remember the name...do you know? It really is one of the prettiest that I've seen...I love the pretty pale yellow with the black and white transferware pattern!

    I must admit...I'm more of a coffee drinker than a tea drinker! I've never tried tarragon tea! What a lovely tea table you've set...I sure did enjoy it!!!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari

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  19. JeanneOctober 1, 2009 at 4:28 PM

    How fun to have tea in the garden. Your table and food looks and sounds lovely. How beautiful it is in your yard. We are already experiencing cool weather and I do not like to be chilly. sigh. My tea party is inside.

    Have a wonderful day.

    Hugs...Jeanne

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  20. Brenda PruittOctober 1, 2009 at 5:10 PM

    There is nothing better than getting to have a meal in the garden, after gardening, with furry pet friends. On a pretty table!
    Brenda

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  21. Barb October 1, 2009 at 7:04 PM

    Hi Sweetie, so lovely to meet you and thanks for coming to Bella Vista. I live in Central Florida and I'm enjoying the cooler weather also. Ahhhhhhh!

    Your setting is absolutely gorgeous!!!

    Barb ♥

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  22. nannykimOctober 1, 2009 at 11:33 PM

    very interesting teapot...I have not heard,nor have I tried tarrigon tea!! I would like to try some ;herbs grow very well here in SC. Oh I noticed in the post for food friday, or whatever, that you mentioned the cookbook by the Barefoot contessa---my MIL and I had a joke about her always having either, cream, butter or cheese in her recipes....I keep wondering why she hasn't had a heart attack yet! Wonderful looking recipes, but I could never indulge--I have inherited cholesterol issues and have to be on a horribly strict diet--poooweee (my tablescape is at the spindle cottage blog---I have assorted blogs and it can get confusing!!

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  23. nannykimOctober 2, 2009 at 8:36 AM

    Hey again. I saw a teapot similar to this one just now in one of my mail order mags. It said you can put boiling water in it and it is also micowave safe. It said it was 40 oz---this one looks identical to yours---soo I am wondering if you put boiling water in yours? I have a little glass teapot that I got one time and you can't microwave it and can't put boiling water in it. Anyways fill me in on yours. The place I have found this is at www.lakeside.com

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