Tea for two

Keith's Ramblings

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I can’t believe it, we won first prize at the Summer Fayre! Afternoon tea at Grand Manor, the palatial residence of Lady Violet Smythe. She actually a Smith, but she doesn’t think that sounds posh enough. Don’t let on I told you!

Here we are. Look at these magnificent iron gates. Open sesame, open sesame!

There they go! I’ll park next to her Bentley. Oh, her chauffer’s telling us to park round the back.

Before we go in, let’s remind ourselves of the ground rules. 

Bow your head as you say hello, do not attempt to shake hands, do not sit until invited, do not speak unless spoken to and do not tread on her tiny dog, Teeny Weeny; yes, that really is its name! 

We’ll probably be offered a little glass of sherry; drink it whether you like it or not. Then some Earl Grey tea in a dainty china cup. When you pick it up, point your pinky finger. Be especially careful if Teeny Weeny jumps on your lap.

She’ll probably serve cucumber sandwiches, followed by scones, jam, and cream. Whatever you do don’t drop any crumbs, or feed Teeny Weeny.

 Right, ready? Here we go. 

Tug the bell chain, ding-dong! 

The doors are opening, and…oh no, there goes Teeny Weeny!

Catch him…

Catch him…

Not a good start!

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Thanks to Sadje for hosting What Do You See?

22 thoughts on “Tea for two”

  2. Sadje's avatar Sadje Sep 8, 2025 / 14:48

    Oh no! The plan is ruined by the bouncy puppy. Loved your story. Just like Downton Abbey. Thanks for joining in.

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  3. poetisatinta's avatar poetisatinta Sep 8, 2025 / 15:31

    That’s a great tale Keith, I was right there with you at the threshold!😃 and a good job bringing in the two photo prompts because they don’t readily make good partners🙌

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  6. Rene Heartsong's avatar Rene Heartsong Sep 9, 2025 / 02:41

    Laughing so hard I’m now coughing!!! Here’s an idea: have someone (a professional) extract a few of your brain cells, do whatever is needed to whirl it together in a pharmaceutical lab, bottle and sell it for beneficial anti-depressant med…you’d make gobs of money!

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