A Farewell To Downton Abbey

I have been a fan of Downton Abbey since the beginning...six seasons ago. It's no secret I love England. Watching each episode on Sunday nights took me back to a time I've only read about in books or seen on television. Therefore, it seemed only fitting that watching the series finale be something a little more special. Last week my sister and I came up with an impromptu Downton-inspired tea party...of sorts.  Nothing too formal, but a way to say farewell to the series we have loved.

Maggie Smith's character, Violet Crowley, has been one of my favorites.  Knowing that my sister has several violet-themed plates and tea cups made creating the theme obvious.  We planned a menu using mostly what we had on-hand.  A couple of finishing touches, a quick trip to the grocery store and we were ready.

Sunday night may have been a farewell, but only for the present.  I plan to have the entire series on DVD available for future viewing.  After that I'll be ready for another Downton-inspired event whenever the mood strikes.

A heart-felt "Thank You" to Julian Fellowes, the cast, the crew, and the Carnarvon family of Highclere Castle.  It has been a pleasure.  

Chocolate And Van Gogh

I am occasionally surprised by the direction in which inspiration sends me. I may have an idea in mind when I begin my journey, but I end up going around the world before I reach my destination. Once I get there the end result may or may not resemble my original idea. I love that!

Such is the case with my upcoming Easter table.  I was not initially inspired by an Impressionist, but there you have it! Inspiration took hold and led me in a direction I did not anticipate.  This is going to be fun! 

So...from Chocolate and Van Gogh to an Easter Sunday table setting.

I hope you will join me on this journey and perhaps be inspired along the way.  I will keep you "posted".