Wednesday 27 March 2013

and everything stops for tea xx





or so we say in jolly England. I haven't blogged for ages and so I was scooting through my friend's blog posts when Abi's caught my eye. She's inviting us all to sit down and share some tea and story telling with her.


So welcome to my humble abode which today is jolly chilly. I am sitting writing this with a fluffy cat curled up beside me. She will probably give you a look and maybe purr if you tickle her chin. I would offer you tea, you can choose several varieties at the moment - Earl Grey from Fortnum and Mason's (a gift from a friend), Red Bush tea, Lapsang Sushong, Darjeeling -  we like variety. I might even be able to find a herbal one if you're lucky. I would offer you a biscuit although they're not all that exciting.

As I have my laptop on I'd ask for you opinion on my new blog developments. Do you like the header, can you contact me through my new banners? Do you like the background design? I'd ask you what else you'd like to see on the blog and how user friendly it is/isn't.

I might share with you my mental health issues today which are getting better. Everyday is very different. Only five days ago I was having panic attacks and scaring my parents to death. But today I feel happier, less tired and certainly not a panic attack in sight.



I would tell you I have been making some crocheted bits, a granny square which is turning into a blanket and some jam jar covers from Attic 24. I would tell you I love the repetition and the colours I have in my basket.



If it is warm enough and yes the sun just came out, I would take around the grounds so we could look at the spring flowers which are coming out and check how the fish in the pond are. I would then bring you home for more tea and biscuits, well who's counting calories today honestly?




I might tell you about the books I've read recently and the fun I am having discovering new authors. Or of the new blogs I'm enjoying and the fun I'm having reading Julie Kirk's blog posts on blog posting. I might show you Bright Bazaar where colour and blogging mix together with travel, DIY and life and I'm getting slightly addicted. I'd tell you how passionate I am about supporting The Friend Movement a campaign to end bullying. I might tell you my bullying story.

Friend Movement was created to help show positive anti-bully images through art and media. Images of people of all ages, race, gender, sexuality, and spirituality that invoke inspiration & conversation. Friend movement inspires people to prevent bullying by enabling them to be a better friend.


I would show you my new craft room where there used to be a guest bedroom and the new desk and shelves that have been made from Ikea. Mine has beech draws instead of white like the one below. I would show you how I have begun organising my crafting supplies and that I am hoping my scrapbooking mojo returns really soon.

I might ask you what plans you have for crafting and what you have planned for the Easter holidays. You might be travelling like Abi is or you might be at home with family and friends. We might chat about going to church on Easter Sunday or in my case perhaps the Cathedral.



Whatever happens during our time together I will gain joy from our friendship and meeting and look forward with anticipation to our next one which I hope will be at your home so we can share your plans.



16 comments:

  1. Hi Jo **waves** I absolutely love your new banner, The yellow down the sides is a bit bright along with the white background for me. All the contact links work great except for the email one, it opens outlook but doesnt fill in your email addy.
    Really liking the new layout Jo .... and totally jealous you have a craft room with new furniture.

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  2. I LOVE your new design Jo. It is beautiful. So clean and neat and the colours are lovely and fresh. well done. Please do a proper tour with the story because I am sure there is one. Where is the chevron background from? Thank you so much for sharing and stopping for tea.

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  3. I love the colour combination you've come up with Jo, it's so pretty and fresh looking. Thanks for the insight into your life, not to mention the delicious cup of tea. Hope that your panic attacks are over now and that you are feeling better in yourself. Take care.

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  4. I love the new blog look,Jo....and an Earl Grey sounds wonderful.

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  5. Could I have a cup of earl grey please Jo? I love your new header. I hope your new craft space does inspire you to scrap very soon x x x x

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  6. Love the new look to the blog. Will you do mine please? - it sooo needs a make over. And have you got flowers? Ours are all still squished under the snow!

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  7. Jo, the blog is looking FABULOUS! I am liking the sound of a craft room and, attending an Easter service in a cathedral would be lovely - we will be in a 'rustic' rural beach church.

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  8. I agree - the new look is fabulous! So light and airy. Love the photos in the header and the perfect shade of yellow along the sides. So glad to feel you're feeling better. And that cup of tea is exactly the way I like mine.
    Rinda

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  9. I love the new look! It's very uplifting and fresh. Hope you have a great Easter Jo

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  10. The blog's looking good..and glad to hear the panic attacks have gone for now!
    Alison xx

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  11. I really like the new look, lovely and fresh ... A big thumbs up I think. Enjoy your Easter x

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  12. Good to hear that things are improving - LOVE the blog look - clean and fresh and cheery!

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  13. Hello Jo! It's a long time since I was able to blog and I was just stopping by to say hello. So, imagine my surprise at such a warm welcome!

    Your blog is looking fantastic - I adore the background and your new blog header. And perhaps I can join you in blogging a little more regularly in the future? I've been following your Pinterest board very closely for some ideas.

    I'm so pleased to hear that your mental health is improving. You will always have my support if you need it - the kettle is always on at my house whenever you fancy a chat xxx

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  14. Hi Jo! Your blog make over is lovely! I'm still in the progress of watching the videos, so I haven't quite finished my new blog yet. Love the Ikea desk! xxxxxxx

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  15. It would be just lovely to come and have tea :). I'd love a sneak peek at your craft room and you sound uplifted by the new and positive things which you are putting in place for yourself. Wishing you warmth and happiness ...

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  16. Hi there! I found your blog via Abi's 'Cup of Tea' posts, it's really lovely! Your photos are really pretty and I love your blog design!
    Nice to 'meet' you! x

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Hello and thank you so much for stopping by. It is always a pleasure to read the comments I receive and to meet new friends. I try and reply to comments on friend's blogs as much as possible. I hope you have enjoyed reading my blog and look forward to seeing you here again soon. Love Jo xxx