Kara Emily Louise "Emily" Cross
 
"One's enjoyment is doubled when one can share it with a friend.'

Haven At Home

Shane, Landon, Roman and Shannon Cross
 
Amid the expansive and verdant vistas in the city, a husband and wife have turned their property into a welcome retreat filled with cherished possessions

Intution

Elizabeth Scarborough Doan
 
"The more I have trusted my intuition, the better things have tended to turn out."

Happy Pretty

Gabrielle Shepherd Scarborough McFerron with
baby & hubby
 
 
"Simple luxuries, such as a bunch of apple blossoms or fresh white cotton sheets, and family, are my diamonds and pearls.  They make my heart dance."

Another Day. Anotherr play

 

 

Angie Shepherd Scarborough
 
 
"...as the room gradually lightens like an empty stage set before my eyes, I am aware that another day, another play in which I will be responsible for writing the script, developing the main character, and managing the props, is about to begin."

Fun Shoes

Cindy Cross Marcus
 
Make room in your closet for a fun pair of shoes--and room in your day to show someone God's love.

Everyday Inspiration

June 7, 2017

Christ is our life.  When the Holy Spirit takes up residence in us, He brings with Him an inexhaustible source of life...The paactical outworking of this is twofold:  (1) personal victory over sin and (2) Spirit-energized service.

"It is the Spirit who gives life; the words that I have spoken to you are spirit and are life."

Betty's Ffriendship Tea

Welcome to Betty's Friendship Tea, a blog about the daily happenings in the life of Betty, a tea enthusiast, who is passionate about Family, Friends, life in Kentucky, and all things Tea.

Kentucky Derby

 

 

 

The thunder of galloping hooves the taste of mint juleps, and the sight of lavish wide-brimmed hats can mean only  one thing - the Kentucky Derby.  On the first Saturday each May, the first horse race of the Triple Crown, often called the fastest two minutes in sports, is held at Churchill Downs in Louisville.  This American institution has been celebrated for more than 140 years and enthusiasts know that it is much more than the two-minute run in May, commemorate the classic event by hosting a tea that embraces the traditions and customs tied to the memorable day with lovely menu options.

Appetizers & Beverages

Bring your sleepyheads and early risers together over shareable sippers and snacks that brighten up brunch and hold off hunger.

BLUEBERRY LIME SLUSH
prep: 15 min. + freezing
makes 20 servings (1 cup each)

2 c. sugar
4 c. water
1 can (12 oz.) frozen limeade concentrate
1 can (12 oz.) frozen orange juice concentrate
2 c. blueberry juice or blueberry juice cocktail
2 liters regular or diet lemon-lime soda, chilled
  Fresh or frozen blueberries, optional

1.)  In a large saucepan, combine sugar and water; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar.  Cool 30 minutes.
2.)  Stir juice concentrates and blueberry juice into syrup; divide mixture (about 2 cups each) among five 1 1/2 pint freezer containers.  Freeze, covered, overnight or until firm.
3.)  For each batch, place one portion frozen mixture into a blender; add 1 2/3 cups soda.  Cover and process just until blended.  Serve immediately. If desired, serve with blueberries.

Rise & Dine THE COMPLETE BRUNCH for Tea

BRUNCH Recipes for Unforgetable Gatherings!

RISE & DINE!

There's nothing better than a homey brunch or tea to mix up your milk-and-cereal routine.  Recipes for dishes that get friends and family around the table;  cheesy bakes and scrambles, fruity salads, gooey beads, beverages and of course must-have pancakes, waffles and quiches.  There's something for you and yours in these pages.

Bring the sunshine,

Betty Jo Roberts Ayers