The blue/lavender plates in the center are part of a 4-piece tea set that we gave to DH's mom at one time. When she passed, it came back to me... and I passed it on to my daughter. It's a beautiful set, called Royal Albert's Moonlight Rose. It's the blue/lavender set similar to Royal Albert's Old Country Roses which are in red/gold. Here's a pic of the teapot, etc.
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Now on to Shadow, the feral cat that still comes by to eat or sleep in our backyard. Here is a picture of him eating alongside one of the box turtles.
The funny story DH tells me is that he put out some leftover chicken for Shadow and the turtle must have smelled it, as he came over and stuck his head in the dish (under Shadow's nose) and took a piece!
Life goes on here... my next plastic surgery is this week. Not looking forward to it, but also want it done and over (hopefully).
Going to share 2 more things here that are very different. But it's all I've got at the moment. One is a picture of my Ice-box Lemon pie I made last week. It is so-oo good. Made with lemon curd, condensed milk and whipping cream (how could it not be good?) It's my next favorite to my dark chocolate pie (made with bourbon whipped cream as a topping). If I posted a pic of this before, please forgive me (memory isn't always great).
This other share is a spiritual one. It's just one of my favorite quotes from C.S. Lewis' book, Mere Christianity. I don't read religious books much, but this one I liked. The quote that stayed with me all these years was:
"What can you ever know of other people's souls - of their temptations, their opportunities, their struggles? One soul in the whole of creation you do know: and it is the only one whose fate is placed in your hands. If there is a God, you are, in a sense alone with Him."
And I will leave you with this. My time and attention has been taken up with this eye situation and getting by with this eye stitched closed, so I've not been paying much attention to the political atmosphere. I get a little here and there from DH or my iPhone... but there is another quote that seems appropriate here (yes, I like quotes and seem to remember the ones that speak to me).
"Sufficient for the day is the evil thereof" - meaning don't worry about future problems. Take it a day at a time. I'm trying...
Hugs (virtual),
Rian
Your daughter's Fall settings are beautiful, so are those lovely dishes. What a nice thing to pass down, it's good to know people still appreciate that. Loved the Shadow story (of course) and Rian, please don't ever apologize for posting food pics! If you posted them before I don't remember---but I loved reading about and seeing those pies. I think about you and your poor eye all the time, I'm very glad to read the update here. As for the political stuff... I feel guilty for not keeping up with it, but it's exhausting.
ReplyDeleteDug, you are right in that some don't appreciate the passing down of things like we used to. Luckily my children do. But some ways are on their way out. That's life... always changing. As for the political stuff - it is exhausting and I'm just not up for it now.
DeleteOh, your daughter's fall decor is so beautiful! The table setting and fireplace look so cozy and festive. It's really special that she has your mother-in-law's tea set too. And that picture of the turtle and Shadow is hilarious! It's so cute that they share.
ReplyDeleteBest of luck with your plastic surgery this week. It's totally understandable to feel a little anxious, but you'll get through it. And that C.S. Lewis quote is so powerful and a great reminder. Your lemon pie looks absolutely delicious, by the way!
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Thanks, Melody, for your kind words. As for C.S. Lewis' quote - I find it very powerful... especially the "one soul in the whole of creation you do know... and it's the only one whose fate is placed in your hands".
DeleteWhat gorgeous dishes!!!! And best wishes for the next surgery. It will be great to have this behind you.
ReplyDeleteIt is hard not to go crazy with the political situation.
Yes, Miss Merry, so looking forward to this being behind me. And yes, I still pray for things to get better politically, but that's about all I can do at the moment. I do have faith (hope) that things will right themselves eventually... but how long eventually will take is the question.
Deleteyour daughters decorations are gorgeous...she must have learned that somewhere!! at first, before i started to read, i thought these were your decorations!! the dishes are so pretty, i don't have china anymore, i gave mine to my husbands sister and she is keeping hers and mine for addie and lorelei!! wishing you the best with this next surgery, i can't wait until life stops picking on you!! have a great weekend!!
ReplyDeleteI still have a set of good china... 2 actually. One was my wedding china and one I bought later. Both will go to my daughter, granddaughter, or daughter-in-law - whenever they want. Daughter loves china and has several sets of her own. Oldest son wanted my mom's china and gave it to him a while back. Debbie, I also like eclectic... and have several different types of good china place settings that I like to put out mixed!
DeleteGreat pair of quotes...and my virtual prayers/energies are coming your way as you have more procedures. May all be well.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Barbara. I need those prayers/energies.
DeleteI always love to see your posts, and am hoping that the eye thing is soon resolved. I think of you often and will celebrate with you when it's all done. Love the dishes!
ReplyDeleteAnd I'm always delighted to get your comments, DJan. So happy that your mohs surgery is behind you. Can't wait till this next surgery is over and done.
DeleteA day at a time sounds like a good thing. Good luck with your eye surgery, Rian. It appears we're all dealing with different health issues as we get older. Sigh...
ReplyDeleteYour dinnerware set is gorgeous! I love the pattern.
Thanks, Kay. You deal well... I love hearing about your adventures (and misadventures!).
DeleteYour daughter's fall decor is elegant, gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteBest of luck with this upcoming eye surgery. I hope it goes smoothly and that you heal quickly.
Thanks, Kim. Yes, she enjoys decorating and is always repainting or refinishing something. Between her job, the house, the property, and the animals... she stays busy.
DeleteMy china is Old Country Roses! -Jenn
ReplyDeleteOld Country Roses is beautiful, Jenn. I have one place setting in my mixed group of settings.
DeleteGood luck with your next surgery! Wishing you a quick and speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteYour daughter has incredible talent at decorating. Wow!
Thanks, Mae. Thinking of another 6 weeks or more of healing is daunting, but.... at least I should have both eyes open. And yes, my daughter is good at what she does... and enjoys it immensely.
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