Well a sorority sister wanted to see the life of the people in NYC... she lived on some of her Dad's ranches and had never seen the life in the Big Apple... so I offered to take her home with me for the Easter Break... The day arrived an we got on the bus to go into the city... (I lived about an hours drive from NYC) We arrived in the city, and did all kinds of funny wild things... bought cigarette's with our name on them... in bright colors... bought funny hat's; all kinds of fun things that I would never buy, as I certainly didn't have the kind of money she was use to spending... that was for sure... Anyway, her Dad had told her to treat herself to something really special for her up coming birthday... so off to Tiffany's we went... She walked in and told the jeweler who she was... he I am sure checked it out... along with her line of credit... and then the buying began... she wanted a necklace of Black Pearls... long enough that she could tie a knot in them... and that it wouldn't be too short... wow... that is going to cost some pennies!!!! Anyway they brought out trays of these pearls... and each one she hand picked.. when she was all done, the jeweler asked if we would like some lunch... while they strung the pearls.. of course we said YES!!!! Champagne and all... we say there with our hats on, smoking these funny cigarettes and having the best time...
Anyway we knew it would take a while, so we ate slow and enjoyed the lunch at Tiffany's.... This might sound like a typical tale ... but this really happened in 1964 with a sorority sister of mine... and we had lunch at Tiffany's... LOL... black pearl necklace and all... a very EXPENSIVE necklace.. but she did like it... and wore it all the time...
Anyway... back to the tea party... we waited around until the rest of ya'll got there... and then we shared our brightly colored cigarette's with you... no oe really smoked them, as in the 60's it was fashionable to smoke... but today... not so good for the body... but it was fun.. We also had some of that wonderful champagne that they offer there... and Suzette was not too happy about that.. but all were having fun and what a tea party it was...
Hope you like my hat!!! It was almost like this one with the pink rose... my wilder days!!!!
Have a wonderful day... and enjoy what you are doing... Love, Light and Peace... Bonnie
Date: Monday, January 18, 2010 GMT Views: 1035
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Registered: April 14, 2009 Location: in my own little PINK sparkly world Posts: 12150
Tue, Jan 19, 2010 @ 2:44 AM
Oooh, how darling, and doesn't it look like they are ready to meet all us teapartiers...bet they are getting things scoped out so when we all get there, they will know what tastes good and which waiters to flirt with and all...
Registered: March 6, 2004 Location: Casa Grande, AZ Posts: 28932
Tue, Jan 19, 2010 @ 4:08 AM
It is not often we get a true story for these tea party tall tales! great story, and also a great image so go with it (and the card is SO well done, too.)
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Registered: March 24, 2006 Location: Posts: 38589
Tue, Jan 19, 2010 @ 4:18 AM
Bonnie! I am surprised! Lol! Your 'real' story is a hoot! And card is a delight. Love those sweet lil gals and their tea. Your multiple layers are fabulous! Let's all have champagne!
------------------------------ Pat Smethers "The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden." Isaiah 58:11
Registered: April 23, 2006 Location: Looking For Teapots! Posts: 59742
Tue, Jan 19, 2010 @ 4:29 AM
Okay, who's the wise-guy that put that teapot on Audrey's head? And I don't care if they did it cuz they were trying to cover up her bee hive dooooo!!
Musta been you Bonnie! You wild woman you! Smoking cigarettes, drinking *tea* with your roomie back in the day and spending big bucks all in one outing!! When I was reading your commentary, in the back of my mind I was thinking, I betcha this is a REAL story....and then....yep....it is! Whoot!
What a great card! This is really fun....have you kept in touch with your roomie, cuz it would be a kick to send her this card along with your story .....wouldn't it! This card absolutely rocks! The table cloth is to die for and the colors and embellishments are so classy, just like Audrey, without a teapot on her head! Beautifully done......
Registered: April 20, 2005 Location: The only Eaton Rapids on the Earth, Michigan Posts: 57568
Tue, Jan 19, 2010 @ 6:41 AM
Bonnie, I jes luv yer wunnerful true tale with yer friend back in the day. Oh, what an outtin' that musta bin! I bet you gals jes had a rootin' tootin' good time! I agree with da Muddermark that it would be so cool to send yer purty card to yer sorority sis, iffin' at all possible. She would git a kick outta it!
Yer card is so purty, so lovely, and so elegant. Jes right fer today's breakfast at Tiffany's!!
Registered: July 1, 2007 Location: small town near montreal, quebec Posts: 26677
Tue, Jan 19, 2010 @ 7:13 AM
The sweetest little teapot partiers I've ever seen Bonnie. I just love the girly feel in this card. Yeah, that table cloth is gorgeous. Well, you just had me drewling talking about all the fun you had as a young lady. WOW! Thanks for sharing that, must have been THE day!
Now, better get those little sweethearts out of the Tiffany caf� before our little "diamond theft" starts. Don't want any kids around for that. I do have my limits. LOL
Registered: October 15, 2007 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 38718
Tue, Jan 19, 2010 @ 7:28 AM
This is such a delightful card, Bonnie! I love the papers and embellishments and all the amazing dimension! The images are adorable - love your hat! Great story, too!
Splitcoast Dirty Dozen Alumni My Pinkie is Inkie in Boxertown
Registered: April 4, 2006 Location: Boxertown USA, IL Posts: 67305
Tue, Jan 19, 2010 @ 9:39 AM
Your card is just adorable. You and your friend look like you have been to Tiffany's many times. Dressed perfectly for the occasion and looking vey stunning.