Yes, we sip freshly brewed tea in style, from beautiful china cups while nibbling home made slices. Ever so elegant!
He is an amazing man. At 91, he is sharp as a tack. When he not baking slices for morning tea, or a decadent cake or two for a family birthday celebration, he is probably emailing the family the latest information he has discovered through his family history research or riding through the suburb on his motorised bike. A true gentleman, incredibly kind, well-mannered and gentle, he is a much loved-patriarch.
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| The kids dig into morning tea |
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| Investigating the cat's lair. Cat hiding out in terror! |
It was a lovely visit, as relaxed as can be while trying to keep the children contained in his immaculate home.... sitting out on the balcony for a spot of Autumn sunshine was a great idea! So good to spend time with this lovely man, hearing his stories and thoughts... so much to learn from a life well-lived and a privilege to know him and be part of his family.
Oh wow, I love approximately EVERYTHING about this post. Give or take, lol.
ReplyDeleteHmmmm, let me count the ways.
1: that divine great grandpa, what a blessing to have in your life, he sounds like an amazing man.
2: those tea cups! I have some serious cup envy.
3: The kitty house, more envy, but this time on behalf of my puss. Awesome living quarters.
4: Slices. Multiple, can't believe it's not just one! They look amazing.
5: your adorable kids, pigtails and curls!
Okay, I have to stop now, I'm getting carried away, but this was a treat! And you can bet your bottom dollar that I am heading straight to taste.com.au to look up slice recipes :)
aw sarah, your comments are the coolest!! ok i must reply in same detail...
Delete1 - yes he is truly amazing and so dear to us all. his love for his wife and kids is gorgeous
2 - i know!!! i was tempted to try and take home my cup in my handbag but you know - it was already full of kids junk!
3 - so cute huh!!! although apparently the cat doesnt even like it/use it much!
4 - i know - he is too cute how much he still cooks! slices - i can recommend a really yummy one that is super quick and looks a bit fancy (i just use like a berry jam instead of marmalade) http://www.bestrecipes.com.au/recipe/Orange-Anzac-Slice-L11536.html
5 - i think they are cute too ;)
thanks hon!!
What a fabulous looking morning tea! It's so awesome that the kids get to spend time with their great grandfather. Looks like a glorious morning had by all. Too beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteMy goodness, how cute!
ReplyDeleteI hope that I am still baking up a storm at 91. I am impressed :)
Wow, he looks great and I can only hope to be as agile and active at that age! He sounds like an amazing man, makes me miss my Grandpa.
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