Surprise Tea Party

On a school day when we work well into the afternoon, we have "Tea Time". This little ritual consists of a special snack with drinks and some thoughtful reflection about art, music, poetry or listening to a read-aloud while painting. My children love this part of the day when we slow down and enjoy the "finer things" in life.

As the girls were preparing, I could hear them whispering and I knew they were probably finding the treats left behind from a barbeque we had last night with friends. When they called me into the kitchen, I was surprised to find a little tea party set up, complete with fairly healthy snacks. Their small, feminine display of flowers and china was sweet and I smiled as I sat down to tea with my three daughters who are practicing the art of hospitality.