Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Tea Honoring Mom

 I"m honoring my Mom with a virtual  Mother's Day tea and serving her favorite Date and Nut Bread, only as muffins.  The knock-out roses are from my garden.  The pretty napkin is a hankie from my"something old" from my wedding day, and the napkin ring is an angel bracelet that my Mom made for me. 

 I'm sharing some pictures of my Mom and I, one from my wedding day and the other of us dancing and having fun at my youngest son's and DIL's wedding.  My Mom still loves to dance!

 I found this pretty lady's bust at HomeGoods and decorated her with some of the necklaces that my sweet Mom has made for me.  My Mom loves to make jewelry.

 I'm having my tea from the china that my Dad and I picked out for Mom, on their 25th Wedding Anniversary.  The pattern is Berkshire, by Royal Doulton.  My Mom gave  it to me several years ago and I love it.  It's such a timeless pattern, don't you think?


I'm serving Date and Nut Bread,  turned into muffins.  I started making this recipe when I was in high school and my Mom always loved it.  She's made it so many times since then, that she probably knows it by heart.  The recipe can be found here.
Happy Mother's Day, Mom!  I love you!!
I am sharing this with these lovely parties:



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Posted by kitty@ Kitty's Kozy Kitchen at 8:22 AM
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41 comments:

  1. BernideenMay 7, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    Yes Kitty - I agree that this pattern will match so many things and is timeless. What a wonderful tribute and your Mother will love it! That lady bust is wonderful and your Mom sure makes pretty jewelry!

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  2. VeeMay 7, 2014 at 8:56 AM

    Yes, that pattern is classic and lovely just like you two gals. I really enjoyed reading this honoring of your mother and seeing the gifts that she has given you. I'm also going to check out this "other" muffin; it looks delicious. Dance on!

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  3. Linda @ Life and LindaMay 7, 2014 at 9:37 AM

    Hello Kitty, love that! The patter is so pretty and such a lovely post honoring your Mother. The bust of the lady is great, especially with your Mom's jewelry. My Mom also makes jewelry. I am sure your date bread muffins is a perfect addition to a nice cup of tea. xo

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  4. DeniseMay 7, 2014 at 10:40 AM

    Oh Kitty, I love this post -- it's so sweet! I LOVE seeing the photographs of you and your mom, and you've created such a pretty tea setting today. The Berkshire china is lovely (our wedding china is also Royal Doulton), and your date and nut pumpkins look delicious. Your Knockout Roses sure are pretty; my roses have buds but they haven't opened yet.

    I enjoyed this post, Kitty; Happy Mother's Day to you and to your sweet Mom! :)

    Warm Hugs,

    Denise at Forest Manor

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  5. Barbara F.May 7, 2014 at 10:57 AM

    How wonderful that your mon makes such beautiful jewelry. Treasures. Happy Mother's Day to you and your mom! xo

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  6. SarahMay 7, 2014 at 11:45 AM

    Kitty, this is a sweet post to honor your mom. Happy Mother's Day to both of you!

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  7. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow May 7, 2014 at 12:09 PM

    So pretty and sweet! Happy Mother's Day to you both!

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  8. Karen @ Beatrice EuphemieMay 7, 2014 at 1:56 PM

    What a lovely Mother's tea, Kitty! The photos are so precious and all the sweet tokens of affection from your Dear Mom. I love your roses, too! The date-nut bread looks so good. Wishing you both a lovely Mother's Day. xo Hugs, Karen

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  9. AnonymousMay 7, 2014 at 2:36 PM

    that's really lovely Kitty! the muffins look wonderful - Happy Mother's DAy to you both:)
    Mary x

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  10. Julie's LifestyleMay 7, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    Hi Kitty, this was such a nice post and what lovely china and I bet throes muffins taste delicious. Enjoy the rest of the week. Happy Mothers Day.
    Julie

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  11. Gypsy HeartMay 7, 2014 at 4:04 PM

    How sweet! I know she's loving this. :) The china is gorgeous! I'm sure the muffins are delish...will be holding on to this recipe.

    Sorry I haven't been around much ~ all these technical problems, phone line, etc. has been a nightmare. Hope you're doing well! You're in my daily prayers my friend.

    xo
    Pat

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  12. LynnMay 7, 2014 at 4:50 PM

    Aw so sweet! I love the pic of you and your mom dancing, you look like you're having a blast! Wishing both of you a wonderful Mother's Day-enjoy:@)

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  13. RettabugMay 7, 2014 at 8:27 PM

    Kitty, those photos are PRICELESS & how blessed you are to still have your Mother with you!
    She will be thrilled to know you not only cherish her wedding china, but that you USE it, too....and her recipes!
    Happy Mothers Day Weekend, Hon

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  14. mzzbevMay 7, 2014 at 9:52 PM

    How precious and I love the china your mom gave you, you're so fortunate.

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  15. Judith @ Lavender CottageMay 7, 2014 at 10:03 PM

    I think it is so nice that you have the 25th anniversary china now and it is a pretty pattern. You have brought back a memory of my mother's date and nut loaf as we called it - it was my job to cut up that block of hard dates.
    Lovely photos of you with your mother.

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  16. Deborah MontgomeryMay 8, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    What a very sweet tribute to your mother Kitty! I love the picture of you two dancing! Happy Mother's Day to you! (whenever I see something Hello Kitty now, I think of you!)

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  17. StephanieMay 8, 2014 at 9:41 AM

    Oh Kitty, this post is just too sweet! I love, love, love the picture of you and your mom dancing - it brought a huge smile to my face :)

    Happy Mother's Day to you, dear friend! Love you

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  18. Alycia NicholsMay 8, 2014 at 1:24 PM

    Does your Mom still have that hat? And if so, do you think she wants to sell it? I love those hats from back in the day! I just loved it when women dressed so nicely with lovely overcoats, hats, gloves...it was so sophisticated and feminine.

    It's cool to see your Mom out on the dance floor cuttin' a rug! You were looking mighty sharp there, too, young lady! Beautiful dress!

    I wish our local Home Goods stores had that same bust. I've been looking for one just like that. Everything they've had the last couple of seasons, though, have been really cheesy looking. They had a bust of David that looked almost clown-like. David was kind of cross-eyed and just had a really goofy look on his overly-chiseled face. That thing would've scared me every time I looked at it!!!

    Happy Mother's Day to both you and your Mom!

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  19. DebbieMay 8, 2014 at 3:26 PM

    I love the pattern, but even more I love this whole post idea. I wish that I had thought of it and done a virtual tea for my own mom.

    Hmmm.... I DO have a teacup in a pattern called Duchess here. If I only had the time. (I'm trying to get out of town tomorrow AM for a very, very, important occasion.

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  20. DebbieMay 8, 2014 at 3:26 PM

    (Yes, I know... and yet, I am spending time visiting blogs. Just call it my rest time.

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  21. Entertaining WomenMay 8, 2014 at 11:59 PM

    A virtual tea for your mama. I love the idea! I'm preparing to set our Mother's Day table, and I'm considering using items belonging to our moms and grand moms. It makes it so much ore special. Thanks for inviting us for a peak. Cherry Kay

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  22. CynthiaMay 9, 2014 at 12:14 PM

    Kitty what a wonderful tea for your mom, even if it is virtual. Love the old wedding picture and the frame is so pretty. HUGE fan of date nut bread.

    Cynthia

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  23. UnknownMay 9, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    Happy Mother's Day to you, what a sweet tribute to your mom. I know she is honored!

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  24. Michele M./ Finch RestMay 9, 2014 at 2:44 PM

    What a delightful happy post!

    I sincerely wish both you and your sweet Momma a very happy Mother's Day, Kitty! Enjoy your weekend, my dear friend. Hugs.

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  25. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartMay 9, 2014 at 4:05 PM

    Aww... Such a sweet post with precious photos! Pretty tea and yummy recipe! Sending happy Mother's Day wishes!

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  26. Madonna/aka/Ms Lemon of Make Mine LemonMay 9, 2014 at 10:31 PM

    Very touching Kitty. Happy Mother's Day.

    Madonna
    MakeMineLemon

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  27. The Better BakerMay 10, 2014 at 8:39 PM

    Oh what a lovely heartfelt post. Those personal items are soo meaningful. How wonderful that you shared with us at Weekend Potluck. Thanks so much. Do pray you enjoy a very special Mother's Day. XO

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  28. MaryMay 11, 2014 at 5:45 AM

    Kitty, What a sweet post honoring your mom! The Royal Doulton pattern you helped select with your dad is beautiful and classic and I love seeing the photos of the two of you. Wishing you Happy Mother's Day ♥

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  29. R's RueMay 11, 2014 at 2:14 PM

    Blessed

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  30. Beth in NEPAMay 12, 2014 at 10:45 AM

    What a wonderful tribute to your mom today!

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  31. CeilMay 12, 2014 at 1:49 PM

    Hi Kitty! I had to stop by and wish you a belated Happy Mother's Day! What lovely photos of you and your mother...and how sweet to have the goodies you know you both would have loved to share.
    Blessings!
    Ceil

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  32. Tea in TexasMay 12, 2014 at 2:38 PM

    Kitty! What a wonderful way to celebrate you and your Mother's memories. The jewelry is beautiful and I see your Mother has made you many great pieces. Royal Doulton Berkshire pattern is so lovely and I know it is special to you and has more memories with your Dad. Have a fabulous week and I have some new pink knockout roses so we are also enjoying their blooms!

    Pam

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  33. Miz HelenMay 12, 2014 at 3:54 PM

    Hope you had a very special Mothers Day Kitty. What a lovely way to honor your Mother. Thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with Full Plate Thursday and hope you have a great week!
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

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  34. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 12, 2014 at 4:40 PM

    Yum! Date and nut loaf; what a treat! Your post honouring your mom is lovely and you were a such a beautiful bride, Kitty! Your mother makes wonderful jewelery and I like how you have displayed it on the your lady bust. It's lovely too that you have your mother's beautiful china. Thank you for joining me for tea and have a wonderful week, my friend.

    Hugs,
    Sandi

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  35. Debbie@Mountain BreathsMay 12, 2014 at 5:33 PM

    How wonderful that your mom still loves to dance! Hope you had a very special Mother's Day Kitty. xo

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  36. TerriMay 13, 2014 at 7:36 AM

    Hello Kitty,
    What a lovely Mother's Day post! Looking back always brings such memories! How wonderful that your mother is still enjoying dance!
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  37. Martha's FavoritesMay 13, 2014 at 4:51 PM

    Hi Kitty: Love the china pattern. What a special post honoring your Mom. Have a wonderful week. Blessings, Martha

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  38. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMay 13, 2014 at 9:19 PM

    Kitty what a sweet tribute to your mom! Love the old photos and the muffins sound yummy! My mom use to make a date nut bar that we all loved. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  39. KathyB.May 14, 2014 at 2:19 AM

    The china is indeed a beautiful classic, and what a precious gift from your mother.

    She is a very pretty lady and I especially like the picture of the two of you at your son's wedding.

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  40. CarrieMay 15, 2014 at 8:05 PM

    This is a great Mother's Day tea Kitty! Your mom and you look like you are having a great time dancing. She did a great job on the necklaces--and using the angel bracelet was a great touch! Her china is lovely--you and your Dad did a great job picking it out.

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  41. Daniela GrimburgMay 16, 2014 at 2:06 PM

    What a beautiful way to celebrate your mother, Kitty!
    Her favorite dessert, fresh roses from your garden and a lovely table set with her picture.

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