Friday, July 22, 2016

Ready for the day... Friday's chatter

     Are you ready for this day, I'am.  This week was such a productive week I actually got some things done..  Yay me..  Some days it is so hard to do anything.  I have panic disorder which some of you may remember.  And though my attacks aren't as often as in the beginning I still struggle with it.  But what comes along with it is depression, and I think it is because you can not be your whole self like before.  But I have learn to cope with the most of it.  With panic disorder it is hard to deal with commotion and drama.  So me I avoid many things...  But there are days that I sit on my couch don't get anything done and I just get stuck.  I have to fight with myself to get up and think positive...  So times it takes a minute or two,  other days I can jump up and say I'm off this..  And sometimes I can do many things but not phone calls, even a simple task of paying a bill over the phone...  Before this panic disorder came into my life I never had a problem doing a thing.  But with much prayer and help from God and Jesus I believe I have concord much of these issues.  He has lessoned the full blown panic attacks.  I thank them both for being by my side everyday.  Panic disorder is a ugly thing to bare and especially alone...  There is a bible verse that a sister showed me years ago when I was first really sick with this panic.  I don't re call what verse, but I do remember her telling me that he does not take it completely away but he can subside it for you, which means make it bearable and manageable and he has done that....  Amen...  So today feel like a good day...though there's no sun shinning I feel it anyway's upon my heart and I'm grateful...  I'm so grateful for the things he has taught me and given to me....
     Today I'm sharing my favorite teapot.  A Johnson Bros...  From England...  I love love this teapot and started collecting these pieces several years ago.  I fell upon them on a blog that does't exsit anymore.  There was never a name associated with the photos but it was instant love...
     I'm not even sure how I found them.  I think I stumbled across some pieces later at a goodwill which I left behind because they were with grazing, ha, I could just smack myself about it...  And it was forever till I found this teapot.  The original pattern I saw was the teacup one...  The woman whos blog I saw them on she had the whole set given to her.  It was her granmother's.  It is reversed meaning the aqua is just on the trim,  but since they were so difficult to find I grabbed up the teapot because I loved that big band of aqua around it and those pretty flowers of spring...  

                 It is just so beautiful to me, fresh air...
                         A bouquet on the front as well.....
                        The teacup just as lovely.....
     A pretty saucer, just makes your heart warm all over and makes you smile...  I often wonder who owned this before and what were they like and what did they talk about over this teapot or teacup... 


        Tea is ready...  I only have two teacups and saucers so far, as I said these are so very hard to find....
   This is a new piece that I recently found.  The same pattern as the teapot, it is in perfect condition...
     Awe just look at those spring flowers and that beautiful aqua band...

     I have aquired two different sets but they match just as well...  Yesterday when I was taking photos I dropped a square luncheon plate, and broke it into many pieces, my heart almost couldn't take it...  So now I'm one less hopefully I can replace it...  
     This is a dinner plate.  Actually I have three different patterns...
              The square luncheon plate/ salad plate...
                       Wide soup bowls.... 
                       Cereal bowls....

     A small bread and butter dish which I only have one of...  And it matches the dinner plate...
                   They make me breathless....  I also have the little berriy bowls...

                     
          The tip of the gravy boat, tiny little flowers....



          

          

     Well it is off to accomplish something else today...  I finally finished my doily which I will feature on my crocheting blog.. .  @ beedoily.blogspot.com   drop by and see..  Wishing you all a lovely Friday and a beautiful weekend, with love....  Janice

Joinning Benideen @ http://blog.bernideens.com/2016/07/celebrating-beatrix-potters-150th.html   
She's celebrating Beatrix Potter's 150th year, stop by she is featuring some lovely things...
 
 

10 comments:

  1. I am thrilled to hear that you have overcome such an overwhelming disorder and that you are managing so much better. I hope your improvement continues. Love the beautiful pattern of your set, the aqua colour is beautiful. take care.

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  2. Glad to hear you are doing better Janice and know that the Lord is in control! Your dishes are lovely. They are sure the latest popular color which makes them extra special! Thank you for sharing and linking.

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  3. Such lovely pieces of china, Janice...the plates, cups, saucers, everything! I also love the gentle colors. Great photo! Great job! Susan

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  4. Oh Janice
    I absolutely adore this Johnson brothers china pattern. The pastel shades are amazing and we share a passion for this Aqua tone. Thank you for visiting me dear Janet. I do hope you are feeling better. Take care. Blessings, Karen

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  5. Be still my Heart!! These are amazingly beautiful pieces!! LOVE THEM!! Thanks so much for sharing them!!
    Sorry to hear about your ordeal with panic attacks. My son used to suffer from them but through counseling and medication, He has been able to manage them.
    Thanks so much for Stopping by!!
    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  6. I just adore Johnson Brothers. I remember you posting something about this pattern in the past. I just love love love it. So pretty. It suits you well, You know I am out there shopping alot at estate sales. I will keep my eyes open as you never know what I might find.
    I feel so for you and your panic attacks. My daughter and sister experience these too...hard. Your faith is wonderful dear friend.
    Love
    Linda

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  7. Beautiful china pattern. I love that shade of aqua and the beautiful old fashioned flowers pattern. Every time I see tea cups with pattern repeated inside of the the tea cup it makes me smile to imagine drinking tea from it and revealing more of the pattern with each sip. The square plates were very pretty, too. Hopefully you will find a replacement very soon for the one that broke.

    There have been seasons in my life where panic attacks occurred. They seem to ebb and flow, sometimes long periods of time will pass without them and then wham! out of the blue they start in again. I don't know what sets them off. I don't know why I go for long periods of time without them (but I am glad I do).

    I hope you will feel better and better every day.

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  8. This is a beautiful set Janice and nice to see you making use of them. So often they just sit gathering dust on a shelf or in a cabinet.
    Hoping you have a great weekend and week, totally free of any sort of panic attacks.

    Diana

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  9. I'm glad that you've learned how to manage your debilitating panic attacks, Janice. Thank you for sharing your beautiful Johnson tea set. My favourite feature of the design is the turquoise trim!

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  10. It's so good to know that with God's help you are controlling your panic disorder, Janice. I'm sure your pretty Johnson Bros dishes must cheer you up. That pattern is so vintage looking and I do love the flowers and the color. Hopefully you'll find a square plate to replace the broken one. They look lovely with your pretty handmade doilies.

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