While preparing the food for the Royal Wedding Tea Shower, it was important that the guest feel like they were at an English tea.  With this in mind, I planned to have savories, scones, and sweets.  As usual I made too many items, but I love a full table. Here is the menu served: Savory: […]

Recently I have reconnected with my Tech roommates, Melanie Ann and Olive (who is now called Sunny, but I forget Sunny because I know her as Olive- you understand, don’t you?)  Olive was gracious to invite us to her ranch. Fresh air, million dollar views, and newborn kids (baby goats–Ever-Lovin’ said I needed to make […]

First impressions are always important.  Judy had an Union Jack flag that set the right tone.  Waving in the wind next to the front door invited everyone to come and experience a little bit of England.  Loved, loved, loved it.  Details- flag, crown garden stands, flowers by the front door, and a wreath on the […]

It was December 12, 2010 when Prince William and Catherine Middleton announced their engagement.  They politely requested no gifts, but donations to charity.  “Oh, says I to myself—Kate will never know the joys of a bridal shower.  What a pity to miss many of the traditions of being engaged.”  Then it came to me.  I […]