Taking Tea Together on Tuesday! 2/5/13

~ 1st Tea Cup  Tuesday for February ~

With Royal Albert telling us February is the month of Violets,

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I thought I'd comply!

{Actually I do every day on this blog!}

I found this plate with a centre handle
{cake plate}

for my violet loving Aunt for her upcoming February Birthday

Oh HapPy Day !!

{Good thing she doesn't have internet!!}

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Not easy to resist this one!

or this...

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How about this violet chintz?

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Ahhh well.  Whether we have violets for February or no,

we all have the  pleasure of
Taking Tea Together on Tuesday !

Hoping your kettle's on ... 

Find FHC TeaTime on Pinterest HERE ~

Friends Sharing Tea with Friend Bernideen HERE

Find Teri and Martha's  Teacups linked HERE ~

and at Ruth's Tuesday + Thursday HERE

Vintage of all kinds HERE

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Concluding 21 Days of Wonder : 'LISTEN' #LIVEWONDERSTRUCK

Final day of 21 Days of Wonder
from Author Margaret Feinberg...

 Flip through your music collection and select a song that’s particularly meaningful to your spiritual journey. [Tweet this]
Close your eyes and listen to the lyrics.
Reflect on the phrases or words that catch your attention.

Consider how this song reminds you of God’s presence*
and faithfulness in your life.
Spend some time thanking God for his faithfulness in your life.
Offer your own words of praise and worship.

Wonder Challenge: Post a few phrases or words from a song that caught your attention.
 Twitter, FB, Pinterest, your blog or Instagram and
include the hashtag #LIVEWONDERSTRUCK.
They just might catch the attention of others, as well.

Mine?
Your Love is a Song ~ Switchfoot

"...With my eyes wide open

I've got my eyes wide open

I've been keeping my hopes unbroken, yeah

Your love is a symphony
All around me
Running through me
Your love is a melody
Underneath me
Running to me

Your love is a song

Yeah, yeah

Your love is my remedy

Oh your love is a song" 

Soooo love this song ...
What would be your choice of song that reminds you
of God's Presence or Faithfulness ?
would love to hear in the comments or email me...

#LIVEWonderstruck at all God's Goodness
all around you, to you and through you !! 

 Even though this is the conclusion of 21 Days of Wonder,
you are invited to continue the journey:http://mar.cta.gs/05b

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What Am I Reading? Monday Feb 4 2013

It's the 1st Monday of February!
What are You Reading?

Just put down AJ Cronin's
Adventures in Two Worlds

My first introduction to this author, though certainly not the last.

Absolutely loved his style, unique command of English
that made reading pure pleasure.
Two of his books were made into movies.

Based on this book, the BBC ran an ongoing series, Dr. Finlay.  

Amazing man.  Amazing human interest stories from
Scotland, Wales, London, Europe.

Found it in the lounge library while searching for Scottish authors for the

Scotland Reading Challenge 2013 on now .

I've now picked up another new to me Scottish author,

Compton MacKenzie, [kind of a giveaway with that name!]

who's book Monarch of the Glen is also a fave BBC series.

[available on dvd]

The book copy I received from the library is ancient,

so no corresponding book image to be found.
Again, the writing is personable as are the characters.

No wonder the series went on to its seventh season!

Another addition to my Scotland Reading Challenge
Pinterest Board tracking my reads
[good source for suggestions if you're interested
or have any to offer!]

I'm now completing the Bairn level of 4.

Enjoying the enthusiasm of other participants,

and hoping to get a linky up on the sign up page as soon as I have

uninterrupted internet !

Feel free to add your interest in comments if you're joining.

[even if it's for reading 1 itsy bitsy book!]

That's it for now.
The 21 Days of Wonder challenge has been fab,

but tomorrow marks the last prompt.

Sunday's was an amazing exploration into the meaning of our name.

Check it out..

See you when I can take a peek out from under my bookstack!

HapPy Reading!

More reader listings HERE

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20th Day of Wonder: 'Meaning' insight to #LiveWonderstruck

From Wonderstruck author, Margaret Feinberg:

Though we are given names before or shortly after we emerge from the womb,
our names are often reflections of who God has created us to be
or the work God wants to do in our lives. [Tweet this]

 Do you know the meaning of your name? [Tweet this]

If not, take a moment to search for the meaning of your name online.
Then spend ten minutes prayerfully reflecting on how God has demonstrated his love
and goodness in the meaning of your name
as well as who he has called and created you to be.
Take time to reflect on the wonder of God’s plan and provision for you.

Wonder Challenge:
 Share with everyone what your name means or the story behind your name!
Post, tweet, pin or blog and make sure
to include the hashtag #LIVEWONDERSTRUCK. 

   Tomorrow: LISTEN                                                               

Throughout the years I have pursued the meaning of my name
 through various books and resources and
have been pleased to know of its worth to me.
My appreciation of my parents for choosing such a name increased
once I discovered its value.
But for today's research into wonder, I was now equipped with the internet.
And what a valuable resource it has proven to be.
I am overwhelmed with wonder at what I've discovered for my name,
Sharon-Rose....

Sharon   

Even though in our present culture the name Sharon is a popular name for girls,
in the Bible it only occurs as the name of two separate regions:
one is a pasture land east of the Jordan occupied by the sons of Gad (1 Chronicles 5:16),
the other is the plain that covered much of the north coast of Israel (1 Chronicles 27:29).
The famous phrase "I am the Rose of Sharon," is exclaimed by the bride
of the Song Of Solomon (Song of Solomon 2:1 - see note below).
The only other book in the Bible in which the name Sharon occurs
 is Isaiah (33:9, 35:2 and 65:10).

The name Sharon is spelled identical to the word

   (shiryan), meaning 'body armor '

(1 Kings 22:34, Nehemiah 4:16). The prophet Isaiah uses the
body armor as metaphor for ' righteousness' (Isaiah 59:17)

The word for body armor comes from the root

   (shrh), but this word isn't used in the Bible, so we don't know what it might have meant. It's part of a series of identical roots that are all too rare to do anything with. Root  (shrh) is unused but yields the noun   (shyrya), denoting some kind of weapon, most probably a ballastic one (Job 41:26).  Root   (shrh) is also unused but yields the noun   (mishra), meaning juice (Numbers 6:3). 

Finally the root   (shara) is a verb that means to let loose or release, 

and is used in Job 37:3 and Jeremiah 15:11.

A completely different approach is favored by NOBS Study Bible Name List, Jones' Dictionary of Old Testament Proper Names and even BDB Theological Dictionary which reports that the famous theologian Gesenius "plausibly connected" the name Sharon to the verb

   (yashar), meaning to be level or straight. This verb commonly and quite frequently in Scriptures denotes compliance to a moral or ethical standard; just, law-abiding.
Most derivatives of that verb have to do with just that, except the noun   (mishor),
which means level place or plain (Isaiah 40:4, Jeremiah 21:13).

For a meaning of the name Sharon, NOBS reads

 Plain and Jones reads A Great Plain. But to a Hebrew audience, especially a Hebrew audience that never heard of the famous theologian Gesenius, the name Sharon sounded like Body Armor. 

Other names taken from the verb

   are Asshur, Jashar, Jesharelah,Jesher, Jeshurun and Sharon.  

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Note on 'Rose of Sharon':

In the Song of Solomon the bride of the story calls out something that is traditionally translated with "I am the rose of Sharon," (2:1) but 'rose' is not correct.

The word is

   (habasselet) and denotes a crocus or meadow saffron. But the nod towards the actual plant is eclipsed by the wonderful way this word may fall apart to a creative audience:

 (habab) is a rare word, used only once in the Bible (Deuteronomy 33:3).
It means love in the sense of the love that God feels for the people.
A derivation is the word   (hob), a rare word meaning bosom (Job 31:33).

 (salal) means to grow dark and derivation   (sel) means shadow.

The word that indicates this flower seems to mean
literally 'Overshadowed By God's Love.'

I am overwhelmed with the wonder of God at this revelation of meaning
 for my past, my present, my future.  My heart and life...

It has brought untold understanding.

How can  I do other than #LiveWonderstruck? 

Other search results revealed further shades of meaning :

Sharon is a name of Hebrew origin meaning, "princess, the one who laughs",
has a glowing personality, is contented with her life and
one who inspires others to succeed.

Sharon is a blessed name and a name of peace and serenity

 The site I used for the above full Hebrew meaning is HERE

Definitely worth pursuing if you want to know much more than surface interpretations of names.

Looking forward to learning more about yourself?
Your destiny?
God's heart and call for your life?
Enjoy this avenue in the pursuit of Wonder...
#LiveWonderstruck 

Yes! For everyone who’s been asking, there is a Wonderstruck workbook. 

Here’s the link:http://mar.cta.gs/05l  awaken to the wonders of God all around.
Learn more, here.

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21 Days of Wonder: Appreciation Day 19 #LIVEWONDERSTRUCK

THANKS to Margaret Feinberg for this:

People are often the couriers of God’s wonder in our lives. [Tweet this] 

Take time to look around.

Make a list of the people who have made a difference in your life.
Express your gratitude to three of them. Pick up the phone. Send an email.
Hand-write a personal note. 

Whatever form of expression you choose,
know that as you express your appreciation, you’ll be encouraging them
to continue serving and helping others. [Tweet this] 

Sit back and watch the wonder of gratitude unfold
as you love those who mean the most to you.

Wonder Challenge: Today is a day to say thanks! 

Write a blog or Facebook post, create a pin on Pinterest, or give a shout out on Twitter
 to someone who has made a difference in your life—
don’t forget to use#LIVEWONDERSTRUCK.

My Heartfelt Gratitude to each and every reader of
Faith Hope and Cherrytea!
Know that you are Welcomed and Appreciated for
your visits and time spent sharing this journey of Life ~ 

Together!

One post of appreciation this week is Posted HERE -
Many THANKS to God for lifetime Friends!
#LIVEWONDERSTRUCK

Tomorrow: MEANING

Take Wonderstruck with you!
If you haven’t heard yet, Wonderstruck is also available for your Kindle.
Here’s the link! http://mar.cta.gs/053

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and awaken to the wonders of God all around. Learn more, here.

Receive notifications for the 21 Days of Wonder in your inbox each day.

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February Freebies: pc Calendars/Backgrounds

Welcome to this month of LoVe !

Hoping these LoVeLy
February calendars will be of use ~

 

 

left click to enlarge

right click to save {wherever you save these}

then go there and right click to 'set as background'

If the directions above don't work, visit the site of origin
as noted on each calendar and download directly
in the size you'd like.. 

Now You're all set for February!

EnJoY !!

~ Sent with Love ~ 

Pink Saturday Party! Feb 2.13

Waiting for another Pink Celebration of Saturday?

Well, wait no longer...
The fun has begun and we are ready to party with you!

Ready to offer our tiny bouquet of flowers to fill your room
with some sunshine we hope will fill
{or at least add to!}
your heart with JoY!

This past week we celebrated Jane Austen’s 200^th anniversary
of her initial publication of that wonder,
Pride and Prejudice..

Two lovely participants at FHC won an Elegant Pink bookmark
{custom created for them similar to those shown}
for adorning their Jane Austen reading

In honour of this celebration I thought you might join us

in lifting a Pretty Pink cuppa
toasting the inimitable Jane and our two winners!
Cheers!  To writing and to reading!

And sampling a few Pink goodies for the occasion?

Many thanks to our Surprise guest
The dearly loved ....

Mr. Darcy!

Welcome to each of you and Warm appreciation for Celebrating with us
here at Faith Hope & Cherrytea !

Many more Pinks to be found at FHC on Pinterest
{plus much more of interest!}
You’re welcome and invited to follow the FuN there too!

Our next Pink Hearts Through History
Valentine Giveaway Hop ~

Sign up here  if you're interested in joining us!

To find more PS, visit Bev here

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Photo sources
Pinterest, Country Living, AlyssaH, A Little Loveliness,
bebookbound, Great British TeaParty

January's Gratitude {1000 Gifts} List

Counting Gifts of my Gratitude
for 2013 ~

3 per day = 1000 per year!

January Gratitudes ~

1. 3 gifts heard: New Yr greetings, words of appreciation, birdsong 

2. a gift inside, outside, on a plate: cookies/tea, son arriving, healthy meal 

3. 3 graces I overheard: God's whisper, compliments, counsel  

4. a gift old, new, blue: books, fab quilted comforter, son's eyes

5. something I'm reading, making, seeing: blog posts, Scotland reading challenge, new perspectives

6. 1 thing in my bag, fridge, heart: books, chicken, gratitude

7. 3 graces from people i love: patience, time, prayers

8. dusky light, surprising reflection, lovely shadow:at sunset, Christmas lites on curtains, from candles 

9. a gift held, passed by, sat with:

10. a gift sour, sweet, just right: sour cream, flavoured cream, whipped cream

11. 3 yellow gifts of fresh mercy: sun, light, peppers

12. something above, below, beside: clouds, roads, friends

13. 3 things about myself I am grateful for: heart for God, love of reading, humour

14. 3 startling graces of God: 

being carried by God, unexpected Provision, Protection 

15. a gift worn, given away, shared: coat, counsel, laughter

16. 3 witnessed blessings: 3 children in law 

17. a gift bringing laughter, prayer, quiet: comedy dvd, children, God's Word 

18. 3 gifts from God's Word: Life, Light, Insight

19. 3 gifts that might never have been: son, daughter, son

20. 3 gifts only seen up close: colours of eyes, intricacy of flowers, delicacy of lace 

21. a gift in sky, water, memory: snow, reflections, UK trip

22. a gift wrinkled, smoothed, unfolded: babies, sheets, towels

23. 3 gifts found in Christ: Love, acceptance, mercy

24. 3 things blue: ink, bookcover, felt pen

25. a grace borrowed, found, inherited:a borrowed book, favour, hospitality 

26. a gift before dawn, at noon, after dark: colours of sunrise, lunch, peace 

27. 3 gifts in the kitchen: beautiful teacups, new pine hutch frm charity shop, teacup stand

28. 3 graces found in friends: generosity, interest, support

29. a song heard, a soft word, Light seen:'Your Love is a Song', from God, in Scripture 

30. 3 old things seen new:psalms, antique china plates from charity shop, rest

31. a gift on a paper, in a person, in a picture:the message on a card, faithfulness, P&P movie 

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Jane Austen Celebration Giveaway WINNERs!

Warmest CONGRATULATIONS to the Winners
of our Jane Austen 200th P&P Celebration
here at Faith Hope + Cherrytea!

* ~ BARB + Sophia Rose ~ *

who follow the blog, Pinterest, fb, twitter and Goodreads
and who adore JA ! 

So pleased you found your way here!
Hoping you will especially enjoy the
 Jane Austen finds on Pinterest!

{and your special bookmark prize!}

Thank you for following...
Delighted to have you with us!

HUGE THANKS
to each and every one who took time to
Celebrate Jane and Pride and Prejudice

by stopping long enough to
comment and find a way to connect with FHC

that fits with your interests and schedule ~

Not an easy thing to do these days!

You're most Welcomed and Appreciated!

Pride and Prejudice
came in as the hands down favourite in reader's comments!

It's been a pleasure to read your replies

learning more about you and your JA interest.

We'll look forward to seeing you again soon!

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