Happy Tuesday sweet readers! I hope your week is off to a great start. It has turned hot and dry in our Appalachian Foothills and I believe summer has arrived!
“By wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established; by knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches.”
Proverbs 24:3-4
Some of the sweetest moments come from the unexpected, the unplanned, the serendipitous! One such moment happened this past Saturday afternoon.
Our daughter-in-love texted and said the girls want to come and play. Yes, of course! Five minutes later they arrived. Queen Ella Mae was carrying the case with the unicorn tea set that we had recently given for her fifth birthday. She greeted me with a hug, a kiss, and immediately asked if we could have a tea party. Princess Emma Kennedy agreed it was a wonderful idea.
I am all about a pretty, planned, and perfect tea party! But, this was unplanned…no cute unicorn cookies and no sweet tablecloth and napkins! But what I did have were two little girls that wanted a simple tea party with their PJ. As you might guess, I just went with it!
We discussed where the tea party should take place. Would it be the kitchen floor, the patio, the picnic table, or the Sunshine Cottage? The patio won out. I had a roll of unicorn wrapping paper that became our tablecloth. Notice there were no flowers, the darling faces of Emma and Ella Mae were more than enough…no floral arrangement needed!
Big sister decided on what color cups were to be used by each guest. Her favorite color is hot pink!
Little sister received the lavender, supposedly it is her favorite color or maybe it just matched her top? I love the heart on each of the cups.
The girls are not a fan of hot tea, sweet iced tea was served from the cute unicorn tea pot by the Queen. Big sister is no longer a princess, she made the announcement about a year ago that she is the queen and little sister is a princess.
Our only accompaniment to the iced tea were graham crackers. Simple, sweet, and sufficient! Princess EK was quite satisfied with the grahams and made it clear she needed additional servings.
As you probably know, I love taking pictures of the girls especially when I am not trying to get them to pose! I had no plans to turn my pics into a blog post, but after looking them over, I couldn’t resist!
This was not our first tea party. We have had many on the kitchen floor. Da and Ella Mae even had one on the picnic table that did not include me. Hopefully there will be many planned tea parties in our future, but the unplanned just might be the best! You can see a planned party here.
The unexpected tea party was a success. The girls enjoyed it and memories were made that I will long cherish and hold in my heart! Wyatt will definitely be invited when he is a bit older but I suspect such a party wouldn’t be his “cup of tea”. Have I mentioned how much I love being their PJ?
Thank you so much for indulging this doting grandmother. I appreciate your visit and love reading the gracious comments. Wishing you a most delightful day!
Linking with:
Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Imparting Grace,Life and Linda
How wonderful Pam, the girls are adorable and the unicorn tea set is so cute! How smart to use the matching wrapping paper for an impromptu table runner. The unplanned and serendipitous is the best and what fun memories you’re creating too. I especially love EK’s top knot with bow and those blue eyes! ♥
Mary, thank you for your sweet comments. The girls keep me busy♥️
I love these candid shots! What a cute little tea set.
Thank you Rita!
The unplanned moments are always the best. These beautiful faces are all the beauty needed for your table to be beautiful and treasured forever. Thank you for sharing the love today. What a wonderful PJ they have!
Dianne, thank you so much. I know your grands are so dear♥️
What a fun time! Your captured some wonderful expressions on the girls.
Thank you Penny. Enjoy your day!
How precious are those sweet babies! Wonderful memories and cute pics. Thank you for sharing your sweet grand girls with us. They’re adorable! Clara❤️
Thank you so much Clara ♥️
Your unplanned tea party made my day! Looking back on these unstaged photos will always make your heart sing, it did mine!
Thank you dear friend! Have a lovely day…
SO fun Pam! Those darling girls must love their grandparents who make any moment special! Great photos too – those two are adorable! I’m glad you decided to share! 🙂
Thanks so much Barbara. A special and memorable time for sure!
I’m so happy that you decided to share the unplanned tea party with us! I often say some of the best times in life are the unplanned ones. The photographs you took are such a treasure and turned out perfect. Those girls are absolutely precious and that sweet tea set is so pretty! I remember my favorite birthday gifts when I was a little girl was always a set of play dishes….imagine that-lol. I think dishes are still my favorite gift! Thanks again for sharing your tea party with us. It brightened my morning. We have had nothing but rain and clouds for two weeks solid. Enjoy your day, my dear friend!
Thank you sweet Shannon. The best times are almost always spontaneous. I am so sorry you all are having all the rain. It is very hot and dry here.
Treasured memories, dear Pam. They are so sweet and it looks as though they so enjoyed their tea party with a perfect tea set. They will have plenty of tea party experience by the time young Wyatt will be ready to join them.
Thank you Sandra. It was fun and a special memory!
Now this is the sweetest post ever! 💗💜
I just love the tea set! And Queen and Princess love it too!
It’s all these little moments that they and you as well will remember for years to come!
Hugs and Happy Tuesday dear Pam!
Thank you dear Nancy…special times for sure!
I wish boys liked tea parties. I might have to try it but unless trucks are involved it may be a losing battle. I love those sweet adorable girls — and sometimes the most spontaneous parties are the best!
Boys do love trucks! Thanks Jeanie!
Oh Pam. This is a most precious post! I just love that you and the girls had a tea party and you know what dear friend? The unplanned little get-together’s are the best! Everything is perfect. Those little girls are doll babies. I just wanna kiss their little faces. LOL! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Thank you Cindy! I know you understand wanting to share our grands! Hugs
Such a darling post. I love it all. I’m so glad you shared these precious memories with us.
Thanks Bonnie. It was a memorable afternoon!
What a beautiful party, I love seeing them so beautiful. I find them very old. These months of my absence have taken the opportunity to grow and become even more beautiful.
An unprepared party that has turned out perfect, everything is beautiful … a big hug
¡Gracias Dolores por visitar nuestra pequeña fiesta del té! Los niños crecen demasiado rápido … ¡son grandes bendiciones!
What precious time! Adorable pictures! Thank you for sharing. Hugs and blessings.
Thank you Maristella! Blessings…
Oh Pam, this may be one of your most beautiful and precious tablescapes ever! You are truly blessed to have those sweet babies requesting to spend time with you. Sweet tea is my beverage of choice also!
Thanks so much Roxanne for your sweet comments!
Thank you so much for sharing this tea party and your granddaughter’s photos with us!! The little girls are absolutely adorable!!
Thank you Kathleen. The girls are so much fun!
Oh, how precious!! These are priceless moments that they will remember always. God bless all of you!
Yes, precious and priceless moments! Thank you Cheryl…
Cute! Sometimes the unexpected soirées turn out to be the most memorable! And I love how the older sister has now proclaimed herself Queen and bestowed the (lesser but still fun) title of Princess upon her little sister!😄
Alycia, there is never a dull moment with the Queen and Princess!
What an adorable tea set! Spur of the moment parties are always the best, and the girls looks so cute sipping their “tea!” We didn’t drink real tea at CC’s recent tea party either, we had sweet tea and lemonade. It is truly a blessing to have grands living close by…I love that EM declared herself the queen and her sister a princess, that’s hilarious!
Jenna
Thank you Jenna. I love having them so close, a real blessing. Enjoy the beach and family time!
I have my gingham dress, organdy pinafore and Mary Janes in readiness (maybe I can manage a hair bow as charming as Princess EK’s) in hopes that I will be appropriately attired for the next impromptu tea party…Oh what fun! You are providing such a magical atmosphere for the lovely Queen and Princess, Pam, that I believe they will be fortified to always find beauty in their surroundings and lives.
They are prime subjects for photographing beautiful memories of growing up with their PJ.
Your attire sounds so perfect Mary. I must say the tea party was a smashing success. The Queen is already planning another one. Little Princess will be happy whatever is planned.
Pam thank You for sharing the tea party with your precious Ella Mae and Emma Kennedy. They are so beautiful. Love the Unicorn tea pot and the heart cups are precious.
Marilyn,Joan and Marion
Thank you Marion, Marilyn, and Joan. The girls are so much fun!
Your Queen and Princess are darling! I love the impromptu times with my grandkids too. Sadly, my grandgirls have outgrown tea parties, but we still enjoy our times together.
Enjoy your summer!
Cindie
They grow up so quickly, every moment is precious! Thank you Cindie!
What fun Pam! I love impromptu tea parties! Especially with our precious daughters & granddaughters!
What does PJ stand for? I’ve not heard of that term for a grandmother before 😀
Bless you sweet friend,
Jennifer
Thank you Jennifer. I wanted a special grandmother name, so I came up with PJ which are my initials(Pamela Jean). My husband used to call me PJwj
Ohhh, I understand now 😀
Sorry, I hit reply. My husband used to call me PJ when we first married and now everyone in our family calls me PJ.
Love it! 😀
What a wonderful surprise!! Tea parties are so much fun no matter what age you are. The girls are growing so fast!
Thank you Michelle. Wishing you a lovely Memorial Day Weekend!
So adorable and fun. Your sweet grands are so cute. How fun to have a tea party for them .Sometimes impromptu is the very best. Love the unicorn teapot and the wrapping paper makes the best table runner. You are one sweet Grandma who is making beautiful memories with your grands. Also thanks for the mention of my services. Happy Memorial day weekend.
Thank you so much Linda for your sweet comments. Wishing you a lovely Memorial Day Weekend!
Your story is just delightful!!! I enjoyed each photo of your adorable Granddaughters and all of your heartfelt words. Being so blessed to be a Grandma as well… I also have a precious 5 year old Granddaughter and she and I have enjoyed special tea parties together. When I was a little girl my own dearest Dutch Grandmother always stopped for Dutch teatime every afternoon. When I was at her house I loved doing this special custom with her. We often had teamilk and buttered graham crackers sprinkled with sugar. I cherish those very special simple moments I shared with my Grandmother. I knew that I would pass this tradition on someday if I was blessed with a Granddaughter. I have a sweet little Demitasse tea set from Germany and the cups are just the right size for little hands. I have my Granddaughter make chocolate or strawberry milk in the teapot and then she pours it into our cups. I also have her serve a cookie on our little plates. Then she says, “What should we talk about now?” So we sit and visit and sip our chocolate milk and eat cookies together. Each moment I have created with her is such a Treasure. Your Granddaughters are such beautiful little girls. Enjoy each special moment of Grandmotherhood!!! You are so kind to share this sweet story in your wonderful inspiring blog! P.S. Grandsons are such Fun! We have three and I know you will enjoy the greatest adventures with your new little fellow as he grows up!!
Debbie, thank you so much for sharing memories of tea with your grandmother and now with your granddaughter. I so enjoyed reading them. Your sweet comments warmed my heart. Grandchildren are a wonderful reward for getting older!