Southern Table with a Friend

Submitted by Christi

You may remember getting to know Linda Howell previously. She is my good friend who is a great real estate agent and a fabulous actress. Linda invited me out to The Cottage last weekend where we sat at this beautiful table with her gorgeous china and visited.

The china is Montmery by Haviland. It was passed on to her by her mother. She says when her father was made enough money to buy something nice for her mother, he bought her this lovely china. It features pretty little forget-me-nots.

The crystal is over 100 years old. It belonged to Linda’s best friend’s grandmother and was given to her as a wedding present by her friend’s mother. Her friend has since died but Linda uses this beautiful crystal as a way to remember her.

See the pretty forget-me-nots?

See the pretty forget-me-nots?

Here is that special crystal I told you about - over 100 years old!

Here is that special crystal I told you about - over 100 years old!

 A lovely time on the porch with a wonderful view.

A lovely time on the porch with a wonderful view.

A nice, simple centerpiece.

A nice, simple centerpiece.

Beautiful cups

Beautiful cups

Isn't the little bird pretty?

Isn't the little bird pretty?

More of that lovely view from the table.

More of that lovely view from the table.

A special way to spend time with a friend.

A special way to spend time with a friend.

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Hope you enjoyed this tablescape and all the others at Between Naps on the Porch

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Today’s Lagniappe:  BLT Pasta Salad
Something nice for a warm Spring day.
2 cups uncooked pasta
5 green onions, finely chopped
1 large tomato, diced
1/2 cup finely diced celery
1-1/4 cups good mayonnaise (Duke’s or Hellmann’s)
5 teaspoons white vinegar
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 or more tsp pepper
1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled (set aside)

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In large bowl, combine the pasta, onions, tomatoes, and celery. In small bowl, combine mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, & pepper. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours. Just before serving, add bacon.

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9 Responses to “Southern Table with a Friend”

  1. carolinajewel Says:

    Gorgeous china!!!! What a view. Definitely a special lunch with a special friend. 😀 Jewel

  2. Susan Says:

    gorgeous china and crystal! Happy Tablescape Thursday ~ Susan

  3. tapirgal Says:

    It looks like a good place to relax!

  4. Liz Says:

    Wow…I love eating outside, and I love your chairs. Another Great Thursday!

  5. Melissa Says:

    Oh I love the barn in the background!! And that china is amazing… such a pretty tablescape! 🙂

  6. Fifi Flowers Says:

    LOVELY and FAB location… so pretty looking out at the barn!

  7. Roxanne Says:

    I know what salad I am making this weekend for my family! Thanks for sharing. I love your table setting and it looks so inviting. Made me wanna walk away from work and go make my own picnic.

  8. butteryum Says:

    What a wonderful centerpiece!

  9. Kathleen Says:

    What a beautiful table. The china and crystal are beautiful, and the centerpiece is perfect. I love the crisp white linens…so classic!

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