What a wonderful feeling to come home to a cup of chamomile citron potpourri tea after a day of running errands!
On Tuesday I did a Costco run, and then made a quick stop at a grocery store for the rest of my shopping. I like to get home before dark at this time of year since the roads can be a bit icy, and visibility can always be a problem as well. So, as I let my tea steep and unpacked my groceries in the fading light, I was feeling pretty pleased with myself. The pantry was stocked, I had all my Christmas baking supplies, and there was a winter storm watch in effect. How cozy did I feel?!
When I brought out my favourite tea cup and saucer, an overwhelming urge to take a photo came over me … strange right? I’m kidding of course … I wanted to document how grateful I felt and then I posted it on Instagram.
Fast forward to today, and the Be Still class. After watching the video, I was struck by how I’d already done the lesson when I took my tea photo! So I decided to redo it with my big girl camera. I didn’t do a lot of editing since I wanted to leave the colours as true as possible.
I adore this tea cup and saucer. It’s part of a set of Denby dishes I bought over 20 years ago. Yikes! can that be true? It has certainly stood the test of time in terms of aesthetics. The grey-green tones with brown speckles, the warm creamy colour of the inside of the cups, the simple lines, and the minimalist design is timeless. I’ve always loved it.
I’m also a minimalist when it comes to blogging, so I’ll save the rest of the series for another day …
No Wait!! here’s one more … I couldn’t resist a little LR preset play (kk_gentle) sigh …
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Kim talked about reflections and to notice them … I’m one that really loves them for some reason.
Happy Thanksgiving to all my American friends!!
TexWisGirl says
very lovely, barb!
Dotti says
Very pretty, Barb! And yes, the feeling if well-being when we know our pantries are full, especially before a snowstorm. Stay warm!
Sherry Galey says
I love your images and your Denby set. My mother has a set that is more than 30 years old and I still love it as much now as I did then. The colours and style are so rustic and substantial. I’m not a fan of chamomile butI have been experimenting with chai lately…Have a great weekend Barb.
Cathy H. says
Beautiful warm images! I, too, love the simplicity of your cup and saucer!
Diana Foster says
Oh my….how I love these. Especially the first one. BRAVO. Wish we could have met at GATHER. I was in session 2.
Roxi says
Lovely..I pick number 3, no maybe number 2, well….. I like them all.
Caz says
Love your images Barb and love your Denby too !
Sheila says
Wow, I love that cup and saucer – must feel wonderful to wrap your hands around that cup. Love your images too – the from above image is amazing!
Gail O says
Love that you went back to this setting with your big camera:) Love every little bit but particularly like the non preset top down image. The colors are all my favorites:) Absolutely adore that tea cup and saucer!. classic shapes and colors!
Carol says
Each image is as lovely as the next.