About two years ago, I introduced my mother, Betty at Country Charm, to the blogworld. She was hesitant at first, but soon she was visiting around, making blog friends, and thoroughly enjoying the experience. And it wasn't long afterward that she took the plunge and started her own blog.
But one of the very first friends she made was Marion, a beautiful lady from Wales, whose blog Reflection of the Seasons is a feast for the eyes. To have a kindred spirit from across the ocean was a delightful thing, and Mama and Marion quickly settled into a friendship complete with daily emails, occasional phone calls, and the exchange of gifts. Of course, I'm sure that at first they never expected to meet face to face.
But sometimes dreams do come true! Marion, and her wonderful husband John, were able to fly to Georgia and visit with my parents for almost two weeks! Because we live next door to my parents, we spent a good bit of time with them. And y'all, I can honestly say...they were not visitors...they were like family...right from the very beginning! We didn't want them to leave today! Their visit was a highlight in all our lives, and we can't wait until they come again!
Last Saturday, we had a Southern "Hospitali-tea" to honor our lovely guest, Marion. My friend, Beth and I, had a wonderful time planning and enjoying our tea party. It was held in my parents' backyard, and even John and Marion got in on the fun...doing flowers, arranging tables, 'planting' umbrellas, etc. We put them to work! LOL
Church friends, homeschool friends, and neighbors were anxious to meet Marion (and John too! :o)), and a good time was had by all. Beth has the natural gift of hospitality, and she was key to our successful gathering. Thanks, Beth, for all your hard work!
Below is a little slideshow from our party. Just click on the arrow and enjoy!
I have been reading blogs for over two years and this has to be one of the neatest things I've ever read. Thanks to the beautiful pics and music I literally felt like I was a guest at this lovely tea party. What a blessing that such two special ladies found each other. I'm thinking the Lord had a little something to do with it;o)
You guys really went all-out! It looked absolutely lovely! I wish Georgia weren't so far away.
I've been wanting to try making the stuffed strawberries. Was it easy? Would you recommend them? I think I saw Paula Deen make them on her show recently. They look scrumptious!
So where was the picture of YOU, missy, with your 9 pound weight loss?? =) LOL
I'm a very happily married pastor's wife, former schoolteacher-turned-homeschool mom of six wonderful blessings, and freelance writer--and we live in the great state of Georgia! I'm a southern girl through and through...but most importantly, I'm a child of the King! We have just finished up our twelfth year of homeschooling, and our two oldest have now graduated! This is my place to record thoughts about homemaking, Classical-Charlotte Mason based homeschooling, writing around the fringes of family life, and more...so welcome to my little corner of the world!
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