Why I Said ‘No’ So I Could Say ‘Yes’

Why I Said ‘No’ So I Could Say ‘Yes’

Or, here’s an even better title. “Why I took a twelve-year old boy to The Nutcracker, but told the six-year old girl she couldn’t be in it.” My six-year old danced in the womb. I’m not exaggerating. She skips and sings through life. And...
This, That, and a Great Tea Quote

This, That, and a Great Tea Quote

I write this post today with two eager children on either side of me and two strange men pounding the floor above my head (it’s carpet installing day). It’s Daddy’s birthday and our family Christmas shopping day. I’m still in my pjs and...
Nurture All Your Five Senses This Season

Nurture All Your Five Senses This Season

With Christmas and winter just around the corner, our longings for a cozy home increase. Shorter days and colder nights invite us to really nurture ourselves and others within the walls of home. Most likely, sometime in the next month, you will find time to host...
‘Tis the Season – A Tea Party Girl Update

‘Tis the Season – A Tea Party Girl Update

My regular readers may have noticed a few slight changes that have taken place here at Tea Party Girl the last few weeks. Since the beginning of July, I have written around 50,00 words, the most consistent writing I’ve ever attempted. This is because of a...
You Don’t Have To Be Unprepared for Unexpected Hospitality

You Don’t Have To Be Unprepared for Unexpected Hospitality

Do you have a home where people stop by unexpected? How do you feel about that? Do you wish people stopped by more or does it really fluster you when they do? Are you limited geographically or do others now know you do not want unannounced visits? If it bothers you...