Taking the time for Afternoon Tea

I love to have a soothing cup of tea in the afternoon but with all the Christmas activities there didn't seem to be much time for that. After Christmas I decided to make the time.

This room is just off from my kitchen which is behind the couch. It is a comfy couch and my reproduction mahogany tea table is perfect for an afternoon tea time.

I have had the clear glass Janear tea pot and warmer below for many years and have enjoyed using it.

My teacup is new and part of a set that was a Christmas gift. It is handmade by an American potter, Frances Palmer. I love the way this teacup feels in your hands and the cup itself has an irregular shape to it so you know it was made by hand on a wheel.

I always use Demera sugar in my tea, a splash or two of lemon and always with a slice of lemon.

The tray is very special to me as well since it was a gift many years ago from my son and daughter in law.

Of course, afternoon tea requires catching up on your reading and it was the perfect time to persue my newest Victoria magazine and reread a special note from a dear friend.

My tea of choice this particular day is an excellent French tea, Mariage Freres Earl Grey French Blue. It is one of the finest Earl Grey's I've ever had and I found it here, http://www.markethallfoods.com/. A great food company when you are looking for hard to find food items and some really special teas.

Taking the time for afternoon tea is such a "Good Thing". This is a ritual I plan to continue.

Today I am sharing my post at Marty's blog party, Tabletop Tuesday. You can see other participants of this party by visiting Marty's blog A Stroll Through Life.

 I am also joining Sandi for Teatime Tuesday at Rose Chintz Cottage. 

I am also joining Lady Katherine for Teatime Tuesday.

 

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