The Porch
Welcome to Betty's favorites! My name is Betty and I am a self proclaimed "Serial Plate Collector!" Please, take out your best tea cup, fix yourself some tea and stay a while.
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Sunday, April 15, 2012
Goldrush Eporium & Tea
Betty Thompson's Goldrush Tea Eporium
Take your vacation in Aburn California and be sure to visit the
lovely Betty Thompson's Goldrush Eporium & Tea at...
12434 Tam O Shanter Lane, Auburn California 95603
Email: bettythompson.thompson@gmail.com
Experience the thrill of tasting and seeing all things for your
Afternoon Tea.
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Sunday, April 8, 2012
About Me
Tea is my passion. We belong to the "Tea of the Month Club" and INVITE YOU to join us. Call 859-294-9297 or email mytastyteablog@hotmail.com
We have a large family and tea is so good for your health that I make Tea Basket Gifts for our family and friends. Extremely worth having them in
for special occasions and birthdays.
Finest selections each month:
A Tin of Fine Tea,
A seasonal Afternoon Tea Menu, including recipes, the Tea Guild's
Tea Review and Newsletter, Our favorite Tea Brewing Guide, and
always a Special Surprise to enjoy with your tea!
Items ship directly to you. Call or email Betty to subscribe. 859-294-9297 or
mytastyteablog@hotmail.com
Special shipping charges of $5 per gift will apply.
SUBSCRIPTION RATES:
1 month.............$22.oo
2 months...........$42.00
3 monthe...........$62.00
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Teacup Tuesday April 3, 2012
Teacup Tuesday ~ April 3, 2012
This beautiful English Rose teacup & saucer, purchased at TJ MAX is
the first pattern I truly want to collect. I have others but this one is beautiful
and pink! Made by Roy Kirkham, England fine bone china. The only difference
is that my teacup has a gold ring around the bottom of the teacup. Photo...an
exclusive design, Footed, ribbed and no trim.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Saturday, March 24, 2012
For A Son, Scott Who's A Special Blessing
Happy Birthday Scott ~
Life holds some spectacular blessings,
and one of the greatest by far
is having a son
who turned out to be
the warm, caring person your are.
Happy Birthday With Love,
Mom
Life holds some spectacular blessings,
and one of the greatest by far
is having a son
who turned out to be
the warm, caring person your are.
Happy Birthday With Love,
Mom
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Tea Cup Tuesday
Tea Cup Tuesday...
Our first teacup Tuesday and my photos are
not ready and it will be a while longer.
Our first teacup Tuesday and my photos are
not ready and it will be a while longer.
Monday, March 5, 2012
Snow
All this beautiful snow makes me feel warm inside, and desire to cook some good old fashioned food. So, the pinto beans are on and meatloaf will soon be in the oven.
What is your favorite snowy day meal?
Stay safe and drive carefully,
Betty
What is your favorite snowy day meal?
Stay safe and drive carefully,
Betty
Beautiful Winter Wonderland
From the porch...
the scenery is wonderous. Our 3 dogwood trees heavely laden with snow in the form of balls. I must buy a new cell phone for taking pictures. Wish you could see it from the porch.
the scenery is wonderous. Our 3 dogwood trees heavely laden with snow in the form of balls. I must buy a new cell phone for taking pictures. Wish you could see it from the porch.
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Royal Daulton Salt & Pepper Set
Royal Daulton Chanticlair Salt (hen) & Pepper (rooster)
set 2004, Studio, Rooster, Flowers, Stripes.
This photo is from the Royal Dalton ad. A copy of my set, found at the Good Will in January 2012. I've always been attracted to roosters but this is my only choice.
They are so cute and adorable. I have bought rooster items for family gifts and this set is the best.
All their red colors are striking. I am a thrift shopper of the Good Will and find some
beautiful home decor.
Enjoy,
Betty
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Apron Collection
Apron Collection ~
Are you a Tea Lady, wife & mom,
or student? Do you collect aprons?
I do. Can't resist those lovely aprons.
Most of mine are in storage but I bought a new one
last week...that I will be showing you! I'm messy in cooking, dishwashing and various household duties, so I have to wear
an apron. Started as a young married woman, I enjoyed them
so. Come to think of it, an apron was my first sewing adventure
in school (4-H Club). Mine was green checkered with dark
green trim. Gee, was I proud of it!
I look forward to hearing about your apron collection and seeing
photos when possible.
May this be your sweetest spring,
Blessings, Betty
(please tell us your story below) Thanks!
Are you a Tea Lady, wife & mom,
or student? Do you collect aprons?
I do. Can't resist those lovely aprons.
Most of mine are in storage but I bought a new one
last week...that I will be showing you! I'm messy in cooking, dishwashing and various household duties, so I have to wear
an apron. Started as a young married woman, I enjoyed them
so. Come to think of it, an apron was my first sewing adventure
in school (4-H Club). Mine was green checkered with dark
green trim. Gee, was I proud of it!
I look forward to hearing about your apron collection and seeing
photos when possible.
May this be your sweetest spring,
Blessings, Betty
(please tell us your story below) Thanks!
Friday, March 2, 2012
Sweet Remembrances: Recipes
Sweet Remembrances: Recipes
It's the perfect time for homemade soup...
WHITE CHILE
2 tablespoons cooking or olive oil
1 cup chopped onions
2 chopped garlic cloves
3 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (don't skip this)
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) great northern beans, drained
1 can (15 ounces) butter beans, drained
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
In 4 quart pan, add oil and cook onions, stirring occasionally until tender.
Add garlic. Stir in remaining ingredients except chicken. Heat to boiling, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in chicken, and cook until hot.
Serve and enjoy!
TACO SOUP
2 pounds ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 boneless chicken breasts
1 can each black-eyed peas, lima, kidney and black beans, undrained
1 can corn
4 cans (chopped) stewed tomatos
1 can water
2 packages taco seasoning
1 package ranch dressing
Place ground beef and onion in large kettle, and brown. Boil chicken breasts until done and cube. Add chicken and remaining ingredients to ground beef. Simmer for 1 hour or in a slow cooker on low for 4 to 5 hours.
Serve with corn bread or corn chips, grated cheese and sour cream
Makes a big pot and freezes well.
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May yo be surronded by warmth and love this March.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
It's the perfect time for homemade soup...
WHITE CHILE
2 tablespoons cooking or olive oil
1 cup chopped onions
2 chopped garlic cloves
3 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (don't skip this)
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon red pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) great northern beans, drained
1 can (15 ounces) butter beans, drained
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
In 4 quart pan, add oil and cook onions, stirring occasionally until tender.
Add garlic. Stir in remaining ingredients except chicken. Heat to boiling, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in chicken, and cook until hot.
Serve and enjoy!
TACO SOUP
2 pounds ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 boneless chicken breasts
1 can each black-eyed peas, lima, kidney and black beans, undrained
1 can corn
4 cans (chopped) stewed tomatos
1 can water
2 packages taco seasoning
1 package ranch dressing
Place ground beef and onion in large kettle, and brown. Boil chicken breasts until done and cube. Add chicken and remaining ingredients to ground beef. Simmer for 1 hour or in a slow cooker on low for 4 to 5 hours.
Serve with corn bread or corn chips, grated cheese and sour cream
Makes a big pot and freezes well.
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May yo be surronded by warmth and love this March.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Friday, February 17, 2012
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Great-granddaughter, Sidney & G-grandmother Betty
This family photo is of my great-granddaughter, Sidney. She's so sweet!!!
Taken Christmas 2010 in Rockcastle KY.
Betty A.
Taken Christmas 2010 in Rockcastle KY.
Betty A.
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