Friday, September 2, 2011

Keepsakes

Yesterday I had the day off work and went on a little road trip.  The sun was shining and it seemed like a perfect day for a drive in the country.

I went to visit family in Pictou County.  I took the scenic country route and just took my time enjoying the sights on the 2 hour drive. 

I had a lovely visit including a tasty vegetable quiche for lunch.   Before I left I was invited to browse in the china cabinet and take a china teacup and saucer for a keepsake. 

Before I knew it, the cabinet was being emptied onto the table.  She had so many lovely ones.  I selected this pretty blue and gold one.   It was a sweet gesture and I will always think of her and that day whenever I look at it.  

 
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15 comments:

  1. Sassafras and WinterberrySeptember 2, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    My Grandmother and her mother had a teacup collection. They were always so beautiful and delicate. What a wonderful gesture to offer one up after a visit! It is beautiful!

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  2. Farm GirlSeptember 2, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Oh that is just lovely and what a pretty blue and I love the blue rose in the saucer. I bet you were just thrilled. It is so very nice that you had a nice drive and a nice visit.
    One of my friends is from England and she went home to visit her family and her Mom gave her the last of her china teacups and then she gave me one. It treasure it.
    Such a lovely gesture.
    Have you figured out a pattern to hook this weekend?

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  3. Chatty CroneSeptember 2, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    Very unusual teapot and color - I liked it. sandie

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  4. TheCrankyCrowSeptember 2, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    You chose beautifully my dear Miss Kim...Although I do not collect tea cups or china pieces, I have one that my mother-in-law bought me while visiting them - and it always brings back a swarm of memories of the wonderful time we had....Gee - have you tried a GG martini in it yet?? ;o) Happy weekend! Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin

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  5. The Barn DoorSeptember 2, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    How beautiful!

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  6. acorn hollowSeptember 2, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    What a lovely gift. You can have tea by the fire and think of your sweet friend.
    Cathy

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  7. AngelaSeptember 2, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    Wow! That is a very beautiful teacup and saucer! I love the color it is with that beautiful delicate little flower! I'm sure you will cherish it forever! I know I would!

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  8. karenSeptember 2, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    Pretty teacup and saucer. It's always fascinated me all the different shapes teacups have, as well as the beautiful painting on the china.

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  9. JuliaSeptember 2, 2011 at 11:42 PM

    What a nice keepsake to receive from on of your relative. I have some in my cabinet and I have stopped using them for some reason. I used to use drink tea out of them.

    You can read the manufacturer and the pattern under the cup and saucer and research them on the web. Sometimes they are very valuable as collectible.

    Have a relaxing Labor Day weekend. Hugs, Jb

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  10. From Beyond My Kitchen WindowSeptember 3, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    What a thoughtful gesture. I think thoughtfulness must run in your family. The tea cup is lovely. My mother gave me a few of her tea cups and I treasure them.

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  11. weaverpatSeptember 3, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    What a beautiful rememberance of your afternoon with your family member. Those blue roses are so delicate and lovely!

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  12. moosecraftSeptember 3, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Wow! That is the most beautiful tea cup and saucer I've ever seen! The blue just glows and the gold is so exquisite! Wow!

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  13. Larkrise garden girlSeptember 3, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    What a beautiful tea cup! I love magical days where everything makes you feel so happy and loved!

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  14. Ocean Breezes and Country SneezesSeptember 3, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    Sounds like you had a lovely day, and now you have something to remember your visit by! How lovely.

    Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend!

    Mary

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  15. Rugs and PugsSeptember 4, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Kim ~
    What a great memory each and every time you view that lovely teacup!
    Hugs :)
    Lauren

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