Psalms 23

"The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever."

Psalm 23

Tea Chest

My mom gave me this tea chest on my birthday last year, it has the perfect amount of little cubbies to hold all my tea favorites.

Minnie set

This sweet minnie collection of tea pots was a gift from my sister, she is a true blessing to me.

The Lord your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing. (Zephaniah 3:17)

The little mice in Cinderella are so sweet, I could not pass by them in the Disney gift shop without taking their photo :)

Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. —Ecclesiastes 4:9a

Tea Window

We were at Down Town Disney and saw this lovely window display

Boardwalk in Orlando Florida

We had a lovely day today at Disney's Boradwalk and the most delicious lunch at the Grand Floridian. Our table had such a pretty rose on it just had to takes it's picture.

My China Hutch

Our Pastor shared this wonderful Poem with us on Wednesday Evening, I had to share as well.. What a blessing from Mrs. Ruth Bell Graham ..

“Home Address”

My home address?
Christ. In Him I dwell, wherever else I be.

As Bird in the air, as brach in the vine, as tree in the soil, as fish in the sea.
He is my home.

My business address? Here.
Little piney cove, or London, Corinth, Calcutta or Rome, Shanghai or Paris.

My business address? Wherever He puts me, but He is my home.

Names of God.. Matchless and Priceless

ELOHIM : Genesis 1:1, Psalm 19

meaning "God", a reference to God's power and might.

JEHOVAH-ROHI: Psalm 23:1

meaning "The Lord my shepherd"

JEHOVAH-RAPHA: Exodus 15:26

meaning "The Lord our healer"

JEHOVAH-TSIDKENU: Jeremiah 23:6

meaning "The Lord our righteousness"

JEHOVAH-JIREH: Genesis 22:13-14

meaning "The Lord will provide"

Colossians 3:12-14

So, chosen by God for this new life of love, dress in the wardrobe God picked out for you: compassion, kindness, humility, quiet strength, discipline. Be even-tempered, content with second place, quick to forgive an offense. Forgive as quickly and completely as the Master forgave you. And regardless of what else you put on, wear love. It's your basic, all-purpose garment. Never be without it.

Dinner Time

Our Tuesday Dinner recipe for this evening and was WONDERFUL!! I posted the recipe with a few photos below. I have added a link to Jolie's dish. This was the tastiest eggplant !! It has a cute story behind the recipe.. this traditional Turkish recipe name means " The holy man fainted" referring to a holy man who passed out with pleasure when presented with this dish, perhaps because of the wonderful aromas.

Turkish Eggplant Recipe

2 eggplants 10 1/2 oz each

2 Tbsp olive oil

2 large onions chopped

2 large garlic cloves crushed

2 x 14oz can chopped tomatoes

3 Tbsp raisins

3 Tbsp chopped flat leaf parsley

lemon rind finely grated

2 Tbsp lemon juice

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp ground cumin

pinch of cayenne pepper

salt and pepper

Step one: Cut each eggplant in half lengthwise. Using a knife scoop out the flesh leaving about 1/4 inch shell.

Step two: Chop the eggplant flesh and place in a colander,sprinkle with salt and allow to drain for 30 min. Rinse and pat dry

Step three: Heat olive oil in large skillet, add onions and fry, stirring until softened, add garlic and stirring for about 2 minutes.

Step four: Add tomatoes, eggplant, raisins, parsley, lemon juice, cinnamon, cumin, cayenne and then season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring until mixture has thickened.

Step five: Spoon the mixture into the eggplant shells, mounding it up slightly. Place the filled shells in an ovenproof dish.

Step six: Cover the dish with foil, roast in a preheated over at 350 for 45-50 minutes. Serve hot :) This was a Wonderful Meal so full of flavor, very light and extremely satisfying. My husband had two helpings!! :) It took some time to prepare but well worth it!!!

Happy Anniversary xoxo

Today is Our 18th Wedding Anniversary

A friend loves at all times.. - Proverbs 17:17a

Tea Rest

Pier One is where I found the tea bag rest and my loose tea ball, the tea ball is the perfect size for a small pot of tea, just love it.

My kitchen Angel was a gift from an Angel of a friend and the rose teaspoon I purchased in a tearoom in Boca Raton.

This verse is another one of my favorites:

See how very much our Father loves us, for He calls us His children, and that is what we are! :)

1 John 3:1

Tea Box

Jolie's tea box is just adorable, I had to post a photo to share, she found this treasure in Winston NC at the World Market.

Anytime yummy light snack

When you find yourself in need of a light snack, try toasting a thin slice of Italian wheat bread, dab with a bit of sweet cream butter and serve with your favorite tea.. ohwww so yummy

A bit about Tea

Afternoon Tea is served at approximately four o'clock and can consist of whatever the hostess chooses sandwiches, scones, cookies, a special dessert such as a fruit tart or a rich cake. It can be formally served in the dining room or at the living room tea table. Informal teas can be enjoyed in the kitchen, garden, as a picnic, or any location of choice.

Light Tea is a lighter version of Afternoon Tea with a scone and a sweet.

Cream Tea is one where heavy whipped or clotted cream is served to spread on the warm scones along with strawberry jam. It doesn't refer to the milk you put in your tea.

High Tea is most often served as a Full Tea, only more of the same. It is enjoyed at approximately six o'clock and is a light supper for the family or a before-theater meal. An entree such as chicken a la king

Farmer's Tea is a combination of a Ploughman's Lunch (heavy grained bread, sharp cheese, fruit, and sausages or a meat pie), popular in British pubs, served with a sweet.

Full Tea is a complete four-course Afternoon Tea with sandwiches, scones, sweets, and a dessert finale.

Royal Tea adds a glass of champagne or sherry to the Full Tea.≈

Poem

I cannot sit and chat with you,
the way I'd like to do.
So brew yourself a cup of tea,
I'll think of you, you think of me.
(Author unknown)

This photo is my sister, mum and me

Grammies Teacup

This precious photo is of my Grammie Wheaton and Grammpie Mort. The teacup is from my Grammies kitchen, I am so proud to have it now in mine.

Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderers or slaves to much wine. They are to teach what is good, and so train the young women to love their husbands and children.. Titus 2:3

Precious Roses

Isaiah 40:8 The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.

This teacup has such a lovely shimmer :)

Just Pretty

Pretty Coffee Pot

My most favorite coffee pot (Princesses House)

Psalm 36:5-6a

Your love, O LORD, reaches to the heavens, your faithfulness to the skies. Your righteousness is like the mighty mountains, your justice like the great deep.

Dinner for Tuesday Aug. 10th

Salad Bar Pad Thai

1/4 lb rice sticks or thin spaghetti

1/4 cup rice vinegar

3 Tlbs soy sauce

1 Tlbs sugar

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper

2 tsp peanut oil

8 scallions, slice

1 garlic clove chopped

1 1/2 cups cooked snow peas, halved

1 tomato, chopped

1 cup bean sprouts

3 hard-cooked large eggs, peeled and finely chopped

1/2 cup chopped cilantro

1/2 cup chopped mint

1/2 cup chopped basil

3 Tlbs unsalted dry-roasted peanuts chopped

Step one:Place rice sticks in a large bowl; add enough warm water to cover and let soak until softened, about 10 min. OR prepare thin spaghetti according to package.

Step two: in a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and crushed red pepper

Step Three: In a large wok, heat oil. Saute the scallions and garlic until soften, about 3 min. Add the rice sticks and toss to coat. Stir in the vinegar mixture and cook , tossing gently until heated through about 2 min. add the snow peas, tomato, and bean sprouts, cook tossing gently for 1 min. sprinkle with eggs, cilantro, mint, basil and peanuts before serving. Enjoy! :)

WW 6 points

Teacup of the day

The pastel colors in this cup are truly lovely it is one of my very favorites.

Click on the photo to see the colors :)

The LORD is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made.... The LORD is faithful to all his promises and loving toward all he has made." (Psalm 145:9, 13; cf. Psalm 145:17)

Tea Cozy

I found this adorable tea cozy and just had to have it. I love the delicate lace and baby pink color and really love how you can keep it on the teapot while you are pouring your tea.

Beautiful

1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

:) Love, Love, Love this verse

Dessert Tip

Try serving your special dessert ice-cream to cobbler in a teacup, this will delight your guests.