Welcome sweet friends. We are finally experiencing autumn weather in our Appalachian Foothills! Daytime highs in the 70’s and nights in the 40’s!
“Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways!”
Romans 11:33 (ESV)
Many of you will remember our resident scarecrow that came to live at our house three years ago. Our granddaughters named her Charlotte Daisy. Last year more scarecrows were added. After a long and hot summer, they were thrilled to finally escape the heat and stuffiness of Da’s workshop.
It is the October edition of Tea on Tuesdays and I am welcoming my special guests, Lidy from French Garden House, and Sarah from Hyacinths For the Soul. Thank you ladies for joining me! You will find their links at the bottom of this post.
Charlotte Daisy is excited to welcome all of you to her 3rd Annual Tea Party with her scarecrow friends and PJ’s and Da’s four grandchildren. You all are her special guests as well! Take it away, Charlotte Daisy!
PJ, the grandchildren’s grandmother, has been very accommodating to allow me to use her lovely Blue Sky Clayworks pumpkin teapot with its maple leaves and acorns. I once again chose to use a warm and cozy throw as the tablecloth.
Now what dishware do I choose? PJ has way too many dishes and I was overwhelmed with the choices. Granddaughters EM and EK suggested these sweet mothers and their babies plates…deer, fox, raccoon, and owl! I agreed that they would be perfect.
So the next big decision is what tea do I serve my guests? After perusing PJ’s pantry for several minutes, I discovered a tea that said Paris! I have never been to Paris, only in my scarecrow dreams. PJ has been a few times and she shared how beautiful and romantic the City of Lights was on her visits. I thought my scarecrow guests might suspect that before I landed in a stuffy workshop, I must have been a world traveler. The Paris tea was an excellent choice for four of my guests. Can you believe that the remaining guests wanted chocolate milk and apple juice?! It is hard to convince scarecrows to try anything new. They are stuck in their old scarecrow ways.
We 3 girls love PJ’s glider. It is very special because it belonged to her beloved Mother. In case you don’t remember, I am the one in the middle and I am now 13 years old. On my left is darling Zinnia who turned 3 recently and talks constantly. Cornelia is now 8 and growing like a corn stalk. PJ’s granddaughters gave us names and it made us all feel important, knowing they loved us enough to name us. I know we now have a permanent home instead of sitting on a shelf at Hobby Lobby where shoppers pick us up and then just shove us back down on the shelf. That can hurt a scarecrow’s feelings!
Ten year old Azalea is always smiling. She is a kind scarecrow, not grouchy like some I know. Azalea is a helper and volunteered to watch over the popcorn and candy corn mix to make sure that no naughty scarecrow would grab and run off with it. PJ loves candy corn, but she has declared no sweets for herself! PJ loves sweets, so why is she not sneaking the grands’ candy corn like she would normally do? This is an autumnal mystery. What would it hurt to have a few sweet treats on special occasions?
Baby Sally is a precocious 2 year old. She climbed up on the table and sat herself down on a stack of PJ’s majolica leaf plates. Sally grabbed a sweet treat before her meal. That is not allowed at one of my parties! PJ is trying to help me teach my scarecrow friends some table manners, but they are straw-headed!
Charlie is a rambunctious five year old just like WL and they both love tractors. The grands’ Daddy was the proud owner of this little John Deere tractor when he was the same age. His Nanny and Pawpaw surprised him for his birthday. Just like last year, Charlie drove around the neighboring farms and picked up some scarecrow friends for the tea party! I was getting anxious, what if there was not enough food?!
At last year’s party the peanut butter and honey bites were a very big hit with me and my scarecrow friends, so Da made them again! Not only do we scarecrows love them, but the grands also enjoy them! PJ says Da eats all the trimmings when making these, claiming that he doesn’t want to see anything wasted. We scarecrows aren’t sure that is the motive!
I noticed this cute little 3 tier stand in the Sunshine Cottage. PJ said she found it at TJ Maxx and thought it would be fun to use as a cupcake stand, even though it is a jewelry stand. PJ offered me the use of it for my Reese’s Oreo bites made with milk chocolate and white crème peanut butter cups with Oreo cookie crumbs. For an embellishment I added a Mellowcreme pumpkin on top. All of my scarecrow guests and the grandchildren loved this sweet bite of deliciousness!
Excuse me, while I rest a bit. Tea parties tend to make my scarecrow body exhausted! My friends and visitors are young and energetic, but I do believe my arthritis is flaring up with these cooler autumn mornings!
I need another cup of the delicious Paris tea to rejuvenate me!
Oh no, a crow is taking popcorn from baby Sally! We are designed to scare away crows, that is why we are called scarecrows! Have modern crows become bold, aggressive, and daring? Maybe we have lost our scary-ness and need to tone down these frilly clothes. What is this world coming to?!
I was tickled that PJ provided mini cupcakes for my teatime. I don’t have any baking skills, and can create a mess just trying! PJ doesn’t like messes being made in her kitchen, a well known fact around these parts!
Da suggested that I cut a few flowers from the garden…zinnias and chaste tree blooms! PJ offered this cute jar to hold the blooms!
Da allowed me to use his quote and I think it is perfect for my tea party.
“Imagination is immensely powerful, as it turns the ordinary into the extraordinary, little ones into kings and queens, and makes the old young again!”
~ Butch Richardson
It had been a whole year since I had seen some of my scarecrow friends and family. Everyone had grown like weeds, and of course, were one year older. But my, my…our very favorite tea party guests had grown so over these months that we had to do a double take. PJ and Da are always talking about how they are growing and how true that was. I wondered again if we had prepared enough food! We heard they are always anxious to see us once again. But, I’m thinking they can’t be nearly as glad to see us as we are to be here having our 3rd annual tea party with them!
I am overjoyed that you came to visit my tea party. All of my scarecrow friends are excited to see you! I and my friends invite you to join Lidy and Sarah. PJ says to make sure my scarecrow bunch mind their manners. Lidy and Sarah aren’t used to entertaining rowdy guests!
Lidy ~ French Garden House
Sarah ~ Hyacinths For The Soul
In late spring of 2022 Monday Morning Blooms changed from two posts per month to only one. As I was thinking about how I could add another creative post each month, I had an idea. I sent Mary (Home Is Where the Boat Is) an email to ask if she would partner with me for a monthly tea post. She said she would be delighted to join me. Our inaugural post was July 19, 2022. Mary was the consummate tea hostess with beautiful tables and delicious recipes each month. This is my first Tea On Tuesday’s since she passed away. I am missing her presence, creativity, and inspiration. We became friends through our shared interests in blogging, gardening, floral arranging, collecting, and teatime! Mary will always remain in my heart.
To view our inaugural post click here.
Wishing you a delightful week!
Linking with: Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch,Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Life and Linda
Oh my goodness, what a delightfully uplifting teatime post for this October, Pam! Charlotte Daisy was full of imagination for this crisp and refreshing change in weather, scenery and overall delivery! Each of the details were en point with Charlotte’s descriptions, and the cast of characters has grown, thanks to Da, am I right? the grands are so beautiful and diverse in their looks, I love it! EK’s hair is getting darker, on the ends, no less! I know they contributed to the festive teatime, and oh, what magic and blessings they bring. i loved your link and memory back to Mary for this teatime. She will remain in our hearts always. Rod and Rowena would have approved of this post by Charlotte Daisy. 🥰
Thank you Rita. I am so glad it was uplifting. I was hoping it would bring some smiles. Yes, the cast is almost too large, all because of Da. The grands look totally different and have different personalities. They enjoyed the party! I really do miss Mary ❤️
Great party! Yes Mary is missed. Perhaps she is looking down and enjoying this party.
Thanks so much, Maureen for your visit and sweet comments!
Pam, this is just the best, cutest tradition for the grands. I love seeing Charlotte Daisy and meeting Cornelia and Zinnia, and Charlie, on his John Deere! What a fun group of scarecrows! Charlotte Daisy set a lovely tea table, the perfect linen, dishes, and oh, so many delicious teatime treats. I do think Mary’s Rod and Rowena would be delighted to know about this beautiful alfresco tea. Thanks for inviting me to join in this month. Always an honor, Pam.
Thank you, Sarah. It was a fun post to put together. It is always a pleasure to have you join me!
This post tickled me orange and my cheeks hurt from smiling. Butch’s imagination statement is very real. I feel it in my old bones. Shucks, it might be that old Arthur. .Oh It must be my imagination. Your choice of every item on the table is so colorful that Charlotte Daisy and her friends might go back for seconds. I know I would. Tea from Paris is just right today and reminds us to pray for France and to thank God for our leader that wouldn’t approve. Thank you for this special treat today❣️
Thank you, Alice. I am happy you enjoyed Charlotte Daisy’s tea party. She is a great hostess❤️
Pam, how so enchanting is this! I can feel the cool crisp air and rustling of the leaves as you sit down to a wonderful cup of tea! Happy Fall. I was thrilled to see the beautiful grands!
Thank you my friend for visiting Charlotte Daisy’s tea party! Happy Fall to you!
I just love the creativity of this post! What a fabulous tea party and such lovely guest. 😊
How sweet, Vivian and thank you!
Pam what a lovely post…the 3rd annual Charlotte Daisy tea party with her scarecrow friends!
I know the grands enjoyed everything Charlotte Daisy did to prepare for them, …enlisting the help of PJ and Da in choosing the perfect teapot and making the foods. Yummy! I did note that Charlotte Daisy managed to ‘get around’ and ‘in’ photos….what a ‘ham’ she is. …especially when PJ gave instructions to be on her best behavior. Perhaps she was just making sure everyone else behaved themselves…yes, that is what she was doing. After all, the guest list has grown since the last tea party and I am sure next year will add even more. What is it they say? The more the merrier!
I know we readers … think of Mary when we see Monday Morning Blooms and Tea on Tuesday’s. Thank you Pam for inviting her to be a part of your posts and for continuing on without your sidekick. She would be the first to say…Life goes on. Blessings and much Love to you and to your littles.🥰🙏🏻🌻🍁🎃🍂
Kari, your comments are so sweet. Charlotte Daisy says thank you for your lovely visit. Yes, I guess I did feel a little lost without Mary joining me for tea. I am sure Rod and Rowena would have had a bone-tickling teatime!
Such an uplifting post. We all will have Mary in our hearts. I know she is looking down and enjoying this tea party very much. Your grands had a beautiful and fun setting for the tea party. Hugs. Kris
Thank you, Kris. I hope each day is better for you!
Mary is looking down and smiling. She loves this delightful tea time!
Charlotte Daisy is full of inspiration. She has learned it all from you, Pam.
I know the children loved every part. Speaking of children. They have grown! I agree with Charlotte Daisy; they have grown like weeds!
I enjoyed this tea time very much. Thank you!
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Thank you for joining Charlotte Daisy and her friends. She has been excited over how many have come by. Yes, the grands had a wonderful time!
Charlotte, You did a fine job of hosting your 3rd tea party. Everything was beautiful! The children picked gorgeous plates and you selected the perfect tea pot! The treats look tasty and the tea sounds divine. The children are so cute. EK had a darling fall outfit on and WL is always a charmer with those beautiful eyes! EM us becoming a pretty young lady and the youngest has really grown too! Pam, thank you for remembering Mary. She will remain in our hearts and memories forever. I know this was an emotional post for you today. Even though we never met her in person, she captured our hearts with her immense talents and thoughtfulness. I’m so glad Charlotte helped you out. Mary would have enjoyed the narrative immensely! I must slow down on the treats! I have eaten 2 bags of autumn candy corn already. I refuse to open the 3rd bag until November. I can’t remember your exact birthday date, so I’m wishing you a happy birthday! I hope it hasn’t passed already. If so, I’m wishing you a belated happy birthday! Enjoy this beautiful weather. Clara❤️
Thank you Clara for your heart warming comments. The grands are growing. EM is becoming a young lady and that is hard for me to believe. She and EK love to help me. It was fun for them and for Butch and me. We will be carving pumpkins this weekend. I was thinking of Mary the entire time I was setting the tea table❤️
Pam, I know our girl Mary would have loved this delightful post! I love the setting, and your guests couldn’t be more darling! Charlotte Daisy is a very good hostess, and she knows how to set a beautiful tea table. She may not be big on baking but the treats look perfectly delicious. Thank you for inviting me to be a guest on your Tea on Tuesdays. xo Lidy
Thank you, Lidy. It was fun and my grandchildren loved it. It was my pleasure to have you join me for tea❤️
What a cute post! Brings out the child in all of us. Now I have to get out my Paris tea and just might have to eat a couple of ginger snap cookies. Love the print on EK’s dress.
Thank you Maryann. I hope you enjoyed your tea and cookies!
Your family is so precious- thank you for sharing your memory-making with us! Your blog and Mary’s have influenced me so much, and I’ve taken SO MANY tea party ideas from you both. I know it may seem odd for strangers to feel like Kindred Spirits, but I’m sure many of us do. I am missing Mary’s presence, but so grateful to have you other ladies still creating joy. Have a blessed Autumn.
Thank you Cheryl for your sweet and heart-warming comments. It makes me happy to know that you have gotten ideas from our tea posts. Yes, I feel the kindred spirits of faithful readers like you. I feel like we have a sweet community of ladies that enjoy so many of the same things!
Oh what a darling tea party with Charlotte Daisy as the hostess and with her scarecrow friends. You’ve shared a fun story with us and all the delicious party treats. Paris is one of my favorite teas, and I’d be happy to join in. Mary would be so thrilled with your whimsical party, and I’m sure is having the best tea party herself in her heavenly home. Your grands are just so precious, Pam, and must delight with your fun themes. Thank you for spreading the joy of Tea on Tuesday.
Kitty, your sweet comments warm my heart. We both know that grandchildren are a huge blessing of which we are so thank for. Thank you, dear one!
Your tea parties are always so beautiful and precious. I love that your granddaughters have named all the invited guests. That pumpkin teapot is so pretty and SO fun.
Have a blessed and beautiful day!
Thank you, Cindie. Wishing you a joy-filled week!
Pam, I read this post early this morning and commented, but have come back to savor the joy of each of these images and the clever way you tell the story. Love this! I also hopped back to the inaugural post of July 2022. Months before I lost Monnie and having you and Mary post beautiful settings lifted my spirits. Your posts continue to lift my spirits with their beautiful images and thoughtful dialogue. Thank you!
I scrolled down to read my comment, only to notice that Jenna had commented. Another loss of a good friend! This season of my life is full of loss. I think of our precious Mary everyday. I see her in the nature around me, think of her with each table I set or cup of tea I linger over. Thanks for your friendship.
Sarah, thank you for returning to Charlotte Daisy’s tea. Thank you for your encouraging words. With Mary’s passing, Tea On Tuesday and Monday Morning Blooms feels her absence in such a profound way. Everything Mary touched was pure genius! I also miss Jenna. Yes, as we get older, we begin to see our generation passing away. It is certainly sad. Thinking of you always, my friend. You have endured much loss❤️
Oh Charlotte Daisy! (AND PAM) ZInnia, Cornelia, Azalea, and Baby Charlie (I might be missing one?)–for a scarecrow, you write very well, Charlotte Daisy!
I’m sure the arthritis can be bothersome! We are SO happy to see you and read about all the amazing yummy treats and fun you had with those ADORABLE grandkids of PJ’s and Da’s! They have grown so much! This is the most fun tea party I think I’ve ever seen!
You did an amazing job choosing the woodland moms and babies, too!!
Please tell Pam how much I love her. Mary’s presence and heart is carrying on through Pam, Lydy, and Sarah. What a precious and wonderful tea party group of women!
God bless you all!
Love, hugs, and prayers always!❤️🙏🏻☕🫖🍂🍁
Thank you, Karla. Charlotte Daisy loves to throw a party. She gets so excited. I think she is so happy to escape the shop that is hot and stuffy. PJ loves you and prays for you daily! She says you are a sweetheart and that I would love you! PJ sends prayers and love ❤️🙏🏻🎶🍂🧡🍂
It’s my blessing, Butch! Thank you both so much! 🍁🍂🥰🙏💕
Of course this was my first tea party and meeting all the participants was so cute. This weather is getting cooler and enjoying it. Those scarecrows were so cute and food looked so good, kept me smiling while reading and seeing all the things going on. Thanks and have a very blessed day.
Marlene, thanks so much. I am so happy you met the scarecrow group. They love to have a party and were so happy you could enjoy the fun!
Dearest Pam, what happiness you have shared with this delightful and delicious Autum Tea, the third in fact with the darling Charlotte Daisy and her fun old and new friends!! The plates chosen are so sweet and the teapot to drink Paris Tea from is such a treat to accompany all the autumnal delights! The cherished grands have grown so much and bring a comfort of happy traditions continued…
My heart was heavy for you and remembering all of the memories you and Mary have posted together. I am so thankful for the many Tea Times shared together you have shared with us, especially this sweet one. Autumnal hugs 🍂🧡🍂
Thank you, Sue! Charlotte Daisy loves to see all of her friends and especially loves those that return for another party. The grands enjoyed the fun and all the treats. I am afraid we spoil them. Thank you for your heartfelt and sweet comments. Sending hugs my friend 🍂🧡🍂
Charlotte Daisy is the most charming scarecrow I’ve ever “met!” That pumpkin teapot just begs to be picked up, to pour some Paris tea. And those red-orange, gold, and violet flowers make a striking bouquet, in spite of its diminutive size. Thank you for a delightful read, Pam!
Nancy, thank you. I am so glad you found Charlotte Daisy to be the most charming scarecrow you have ever met. I have been doing my best to teach her manners and she is learning the gift of hospitality. Thanks for joining the fun!
Interestingly as soon as I saw this header I started to cry. Mary’s passing left such a HUGE hole in the blogging world – most especially to us tea bloggers. Or in this case, dorment ones. I have been toying with the idea of possibly coming back but it depends on the ‘ole health. Time and good health and money – never seems to ever be enough, does it? As for your wonderful happy scarecrow tea time and adorable grandchildren – sure enjoyed it. Thank you and thank you for continuing this most treasured tea-inspiration. ♥
Thank you, Michele. Yes, Mary was the best and I miss her. Oh, I wish you would jump back in blogging. I remember your lovely blog. It would be a joy to have you join us for tea!
Pam, this is such a sweet post!! Charlotte Daisy did a marvelous job of hosting, and EM and EK chose the most darling dishes for the scarecrows’ tea party. And my, how the scarecrow family has grown over the past three years. The treats look delicious and who could blame Baby Sally for grabbing one before her meal lol. The tea pot is delightful and I hope everyone enjoyed their Paris tea (and chocolate milk and apple juice). The picture of the grands is darling and they have grown too. It was so sweet to link back to Mary – she would have been delighted with the scarecrow tea party. Thanks for the wonderful fun and have a lovely rest of the week!
Thank you Kim. I love doing this tea party with the fun scarecrows. The grandchildren enjoy it so much. Wishing you a beautiful weekend!
Such fun! Your Grands are adorable and beautiful!!! How precious your tea time is… Such beauty and inspiration! God bless you all.
Thank you sweet friend!
Pam and Butch, this is a lovely post… I am so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. I was crying when I read about the news on Rita’s blog, I think. And now, several others’ along with yours. She set such lovely tables and I miss her dog posts when they would take boating trips out on the water! My heart goes out to you as you knew her better than most with your monthly tea blog-parties. <3
Rest in God's heavenly peace, Mary… <3
Barbara, I definitely miss Mary! She was the best!
And I totally forgot to say, Pam and Butch, how much I love Azalea’s (I think) chat about their tea!!! Love all of your scarecrows, even if they really don’t scare those pesky crows away. 😉
Beautiful fun!
Thanks so much, Barbara!
Such a delightful & fun post Pam. Goodness your grandchildren have grown! 😊
Blessings to you sweet friend, Jennifer
Thank you sweet friend!
Pam, I just love Charlotte Daisy’s scarecrow tea party! What fun for you, Butch, and the grandkids. Your scarecrow family reminds me of Mary’s Rod and Rowena. So hard to believe she has left us. I am so glad you are continuing the Tea on Tuesday tradition.
Thank you, Darlene. I miss Mary, she was the best! I think if you all often❤️
This is such a sweet post! The scarecrow tea party is such a creative idea, and the photo of the grandchildren is just beautiful. I love how you let them help you – what a wonderful grandma you are!
Thank you, Mary. They grow up so quick, because you know one day they won’t enjoy these kinds of things!
Pam, such a darling tea party. Kudos to Charlotte for pulling this off. A third edition is quite impression. Charlotte and her scarecrow friends are too cute. Such a lovely pumpkin teapot and plates. I always have admired your settings. so cheerful and full of color. I am sure Mary would have loved your pretty setting. Your grands are growing up. Happy autumn.
Thanks so much, Linda. The grands will outgrow our little parties one day, but we hope they will carry the memories always!
well, Charlotte Daisy knows how to throw a great tea party. Methinks she has picked up a few tips from PJ! I love the dishes she and the young ones chose — those plates are pretty darned perfect! And everything on the table is so pretty but especially that tasty looking food! And so nice Charlotte Daisy could be reunited with her littles!
Aw, thank you Jeanie! I think the scarecrows are a fun addition for Halloween!
Oh, what a delightful post! So fun to read! And, I agree – your sweet grands are sure growing up quickly!
Thank you sweet friend!