Category Archives: Garden/Tea Time

A Tea Luncheon with Friends

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Marcia Ren

A sunny afternoon filled with quilts, teacups, and new friendships…this summer tea luncheon reminded me how sweet it is to be welcomed with warmth and a bit of jam on the side. Come along for a little peek into this special gathering. Read the full blog post →

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A Quiet Courtyard Summer

Posted on June 16, 2025 by Marcia Ren

In this new season of life, I’ve traded in my wide garden beds for a quiet courtyard space… simple, peaceful, and just enough. It’s a shift toward intentional beauty and ease, and this summer, it feels just right. Read the full blog post →

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A Winter Garden Awakening: Signs of Change on the Horizon

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Marcia Ren

As February settles in, the garden is beginning to whisper hints of the season ahead. While the air is still crisp, and the rain lingers, there are unmistakable signs of life stirring beneath the soil. The quiet transition between winter and spring is one of my favorite times…it’s a reminder that even in the stillness, nature is always preparing for what’s next. This week, I took a walk through the garden, noticing the first hopeful signs of the changing season. The bluebells are beginning to peek through, their delicate shoots promising a beautiful display in the weeks to come. Heather … Read the full blog post →

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🍂A Cozy Harvest Tea: Part Two – Preparing for the Big Day🍁

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Marcia Ren

Gathering friends for a harvest tea is more than just sharing a meal…it’s savoring the warmth of the season, the comfort of good company, and the simple joy of being together. -Marcia💗 As I prepare for my Harvest Tea, the excitement is really starting to build! This is more than just a gathering; it’s a special fundraiser for my P.E.O. chapter here in my local community, and I could’t be more thrilled about how things are shaping up. When I initially sent out the invitations, I was expecting a small, intimate group, given the event falls during the week. People … Read the full blog post →

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🫖A cozy Autumn Harvest Tea…🍂Part One: Setting the Scene🍂

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Marcia Ren

At the beginning of this year, I set a goal for myself to host a fundraiser in my home, and I am beyond excited to share that next week, I’ll be hosting a harvest tea for my P.E.O. chapter right here where I live! It’s something I’ve been looking forward to, and it feels so rewarding to see it all coming together. In this first post of a two-part series, I want to take you through my process of setting the scene for the tea using only the fall decor I already had on hand… without purchasing a single new … Read the full blog post →

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Summer Garden Update on the Oregon Coast

Posted on July 10, 2024 by Marcia Ren

In the warmth of summer, a garden blooms with a vibrant symphony of colors and fragrances, offering a serene escape and a reminder of nature’s timeless beauty. -Marcia The summer on the Oregon coast is the most beautiful place to be. The weather is warmer yet not oppressive, and just between you and me, there is no place more beautiful than this area during the summer months. I absolutely refuse to leave this time of year. Let me share my garden update. Spring to Summer Transition As spring ended, the bluebells and various lilies, like the Calle lilies, completed their … Read the full blog post →

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Welcoming Summer: The Blossoming Chronicles of My Garden

Posted on May 14, 2024 by Marcia Ren

This is a wonderful day, I’ve never seen this one before. -Maya Angelou As the briskness of late spring gives way to the early whispers of summer, my garden has begun a beautiful transformation, marking the end of some cycles and the beginning of others. It’s a time of vibrant change and renewal, filled with the endless joys and tasks that each new bloom brings. The End of Spring’s First Acts The garden’s early risers, the bluebells, have completed their annual show. Their vibrant blue hues have graced the garden paths, and now it’s time to cut them back, making … Read the full blog post →

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Spring Refresh: 🌸Transforming the Garden Shed into a Charming Oasis

Posted on April 22, 2024 by Marcia Ren

Within the humble walls of a garden shed, lies the enchanting allure of nature’s sanctuary, where dreams blossom and tranquility reigns… -Marcia As the warmth of spring begins to thaw the winter blues, It’s the perfect time to breathe new life into every corner of our homes, including the often overlooked garden shed. This humble space, holds immense potential as a charming retreat and creative sanctuary. My journey of refreshing the garden shed begins with a simple act of decluttering and cleaning. With the first rays of sunshine, I embark on the task of clearing out the space, sweeping away … Read the full blog post →

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Embracing the Vibrancy of Spring: A Journey from Garden to Living Room

Posted on April 9, 2024 by Marcia Ren

Know that you are the perfect age. Each year is special and precious. For you shall only live it once. – Louise Hay As I reflect on the past week, I’m filled with awe at the remarkable growth and transformation that has unfolded in my garden. The delicate bluebells, once mere buds, now stand in full bloom, painting a serene picture amidst the greenery. Witnessing this natural progression, where every flower and leaf seems to burst with life, fills me with an indescribable sense of joy. Amongst this symphony of growth, the hydrangeas have emerged fuller and greener, their lush … Read the full blog post →

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Embracing Spring: A Walk Through My Garden🪴

Posted on March 26, 2024 by Marcia Ren

Spring: where the earth dances to the rhythm of rebirth, painting the world in hues of hope and filling the air with the sweet symphony of new beginnings. 💗 As I stepped into my garden this past week, I was greeted by a tapestry of new growth and budding life, each moment unfolding like a page in a cherished book. The air was crisp with the promise of spring, and with each step, I felt a renewed sense of wonder and anticipation. One of the first signs of the changing season that caught my eye were the hydrangeas, their once … Read the full blog post →

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