coasting along...

Did you see the great coaster tutorial over at allsorts? These are fun, easy and just begging for a hot cup of tea. I found these beautiful Alex Anderson fabrics at my local quilt shop, and knew that the patriotic colors would be just perfect for some people on our gift list.

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Speaking of tea...I've got some new teas to enjoy during my gift-wrapping sessions. The last one, Bigelow, says on the back that the other seasonal flavors are Apple Cider, Ginger Snappish, and Eggnogg'n. I'd love to try the eggnog flavor, but can't find it at the stores. :(

won't you join me for tea?

Ahhh, the weekend. Made cinnamon rolls for breakfast. Mmmm. Then while the oven was already hot, I made some cherry chip cookies.

As they were coming out of the oven, Morgan was setting up a teeny tiny tea party. See the cherry chips on the plates?! Even some Littlest Pet Shop guests joined us.

Morgan went to her first speed skate practice today, even though she had the jitters about it. She did great, and now she can't wait to go back next time!

Have a great weekend!!

a new early morning fave...

Those of you that know me, you know that I love tea. I *really* love tea. (Though my urologist thinks I shouldn't love it quite so much!) Well, I've found a new favorite for early mornings when it's not time to start the caffeine. (I usually don't drink anything caffeinated until about 11 am - dont' know why, just don't.)

This decaf Raspberry and White Tea from Stash is simply delicious!

Please ignore the poor old toaster oven in the background. It looks a little sad these days, with paint chipped off and surface rust, etc. But we love this toaster oven...a wedding gift from my aunt and uncle over fifteen years ago. Used daily, and it keeps on goin'! Woohoo!