I thank you all for graciously accepting the Most Regal Blog Award.
You may now style yourselves with the title of "Lady",
which you all so richly deserve.
My darlings, wear your tiaras in good health.

This week was a busy, yet fun filled week for me.
I have my lovely cousin Cathy visiting me from South of France.
She will return home the first week of February. Thus far, despite the nasty weather, we've had a marvellous time...good food, good wine and good company. What else can I ask for?

While blog hopping, I noticed most blogs have Valentine’s Day posts up. That’s when it dawned on me that January is nearly gone
and February is soon upon us. Where has time gone?

Grow old with me! The best is yet to be.
~ Robert Browning

I love this quote, it is one of my favourites.
Ten little words and yet they hold a lifetime of promise,
and hope for a bright and love filled future.
So my friends, stay with me, the best is yet to be.
Meanwhile, have a lovely weekend ♥



76 comments:

  1. Julie Marie22 January 2010 at 20:11

    Hello Duchess... Merci once again for my Most Regal Blog Award... your roses are stunning... and I too love those beautiful ten words... Bisous... Lady Julie Marie

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  2. Maggie22 January 2010 at 20:19

    Happy weekend to you as well, Duchess. Enjoy!

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  3. Victoria - Florence and Mary22 January 2010 at 20:26

    Have a marvellous weekend Duchess

    Victoria xx

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  4. Claudia22 January 2010 at 20:37

    That is one of my all-time favorite quotes! I say it to my husband all the time! Thank you again for the award, it is posted on today's blog post.

    xoxo
    Claudia

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  5. My Casa Bella22 January 2010 at 20:37

    Oh how absolutely beautiful those flowers are, they make me long for spring/summer to arrive already. I can smell them now.

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  6. Unknown22 January 2010 at 20:40

    Dear Duchess
    Lovely words and beautiful roses.Thank you for sharing them!

    Have a great weekend!!
    sangeetha

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  7. Lola22 January 2010 at 20:43

    A lovely weekend to you too, dear Duchess!

    Dame Nora & Damette Lola ):

    PS Unsure if, as Dames, we should curtsey to the ennobled Ladies? xx

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  8. debra@dustjacket22 January 2010 at 20:51

    Hello my darling, what a wonderful time you must be having with your cousin, sounds great!

    The pictures are just beautiful and I do so love that quote.

    Have a lovely weekend,
    xoxo

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  9. Unknown22 January 2010 at 20:53

    The quote is so lovely - I'm gonna tell it to Mr Dragonfly!!
    Have a lovely weekend :-)
    Cheers! Lady Karen & Lady Patsy!

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  10. Rachana22 January 2010 at 21:00

    Darling Duchess,

    What a beautiful Quote:) and beautiful pics. Have a great weekend:)

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  11. All things nice...22 January 2010 at 21:06

    Oh Duchess,

    Those flowers are so beautiful :) What a lovely quote too :)

    All things nice...

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  12. Charo22 January 2010 at 21:08

    Querida Duquesa, beautiful flowers, you inspire me. Thanks again!!!

    Charo

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  13. BALLET NEWS22 January 2010 at 21:22

    Darling Duchess, what a lovely way to start the weekend... from Lady Elise. Woopeeeeee !!!!!

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  14. VM Creation Atelier22 January 2010 at 21:26

    ´´Weare your tiaras in good health´´!!!-)

    So beautifuly & lovely speech,dear Duchess!
    Thankyou very,very mach for you comments and friendship,
    With love & hugs,

    ***Violetta***

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  15. Adeline Country Cottage22 January 2010 at 21:39

    Hello Dutchess,

    I have had the most wonderful stay, I have come to you via Maria Cecilia, who also has a beautiful blog. I must say, you have a wonderful inspiring blog, everything is just beautiful and didn't want to leave, I have enjoyed being here and will be back for more eyecandy soon.

    Hugs
    Kirstie.

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  16. Rizzi22 January 2010 at 21:47

    MY DEAR DUCHESS,
    THE ROSES ARE SO LOVELY, THE AROMA IS DELIGHTFUL. SOUNDS LIKE YOU ENJOYED YOUR VISIT WITH YOUR COUSIN "KATHY," HOW NICE. THANKS AGAIN FOR MY CROWN, I WEAR IT WITH PRIDE. HAVE A LOVELY WEEKEND. LADY RIZZI

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  17. cilla22 January 2010 at 22:26

    thank yo uagain duchess for the award i love it,i hope you have a lovely weekend...cilla

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  18. Katherine 22 January 2010 at 22:53

    Congratulations on your award,w ell done. Your blog is lovely. Wishing you happiness, Katherine

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  19. Unknown23 January 2010 at 00:10

    Oh no! Valentines Day!!! I knew I sensed a disturbance in the force! Do you ladies KNOW how hard it is to find a "good" present for a girlfriend??? Things have become VERY confusing as to what is too much, what is too little and what is just NOT going to do at ALL!

    Maybe I should just "redefine" the relationship until after the holiday....

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  20. Maggi23 January 2010 at 00:15

    Have a beautiful weekend Duchess!

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  21. Mami23 January 2010 at 01:05

    Have a lovely weekeend to you!

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  22. Unknown23 January 2010 at 01:23

    G'eve, Duchess ~

    When I need a pick me up, you are where I come to find beauty, serenity & joy. TYSM

    Have a beautiful weekend.
    TTFN ~ Marydon

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  23. Pugelicious23 January 2010 at 01:44

    Happened upon your blog while enjoying a cup of tea in my little city of Adelaide, Australia. Thoroughly enjoyed visiting - just an exquisite experience. Have a beautiful weekend.

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  24. Elyse23 January 2010 at 03:24

    greetings duchess,

    what a beautiful post from beginning to end and i have always loved that quote! you sum it up so eloquently!

    enjoy your visit and january, too

    xo
    Lady Elyse :)

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  25. SantaBarbaraTalk.blogspot.com23 January 2010 at 03:48

    Hello darling Duchess, Your Valentine flowers are loverly. I have that quote on a stone in my garden and love it. You always know the most special things to share!
    Carla

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  26. Catie23 January 2010 at 04:34

    Just love your blog! Everytime I read it I feel the need to make myself a hot cup of tea. We have a tea kettle, but speaking of Valentines's I told my husband I want a tea pot- maybe cast iron, so I can make my loose leaf tea right in the pot :)

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  27. Lynn23 January 2010 at 05:37

    HI Duchess,
    Have a lovely weekend and enjoy having your cousin here a little longer. That quote is "ours", lol. My husband and I met in our late 40's and mid 50's and life has been a never ending romance since. We say that to each all the time. Your beautiful roese and words touched my soul tonight. Thank you!

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  28. Rose23 January 2010 at 06:54

    Such beautiful flowers, I love the colours.
    I hope you have a fabulous weekend!

    Rose

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  29. Anonymous23 January 2010 at 07:54

    So glad that you are having a good week. Take your time to smell the roses daaaaaahling. Enjoy your time with your visitor, and most of all, have fun!
    Love and Kisses, HH

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  30. Suzy's Vintage Attic23 January 2010 at 08:41

    Thank you very much for your award which is very much appreciated!
    The photos of the roses are stunning, you always display such beautiful photos.

    Have a lovely weekend
    Warm wishes
    Isabelle x

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  31. NabilaHazirah23 January 2010 at 11:32

    HELLO!! Lovely blog!! I love it :)

    Have a great weekend! And I LOVE the pictures too; FLOWERS! :)

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  32. Angela Burman23 January 2010 at 11:54

    Hello Duchess. Just popped in for a visit. Your pictures always lift my spirits. Thank you for all your lovely comments about my work too. Lady Angela x

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  33. Susan23 January 2010 at 13:06

    Was the Queen Mother a knitter ?
    I seem to recall someone in the Royal family was a knitter.

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  34. North West London Girl23 January 2010 at 13:15

    Dearest Duchess,
    Very beautiful roses to keep us cheered throught the rest of January and as each day passes we move a little closer to spring and all the beauty it brings with it
    xxx

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  35. Cathie23 January 2010 at 13:22

    happy weekend to you aswell sweet Duchess.
    enjoy the rest of January ♥

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  36. Michele's Treasures, Teacups, and Tumbling Rose Cottage23 January 2010 at 15:35

    I so enjoy your beautiful blog--those lovelies at the bottom are wonderful. Have a fabulous weekend. ; )
    ~Michele

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  37. parTea lady23 January 2010 at 15:55

    The flowers are gorgeous. Thank you for the pretty pics. Hope you have a great time with your cousin.

    I was happy to learn that lots of Brits also sweeten their tea with honey. Maybe I'm not such an oddball after all. ;-)

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  38. koralee23 January 2010 at 16:44

    Happy weekend sweet friend..sending you oodles of love.

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  39. Chicago Chic 23 January 2010 at 17:16

    Duchess, "good food, good wine and good company," truly little better than that! Sounds absolutely lovely, and so is the quote at the bottom of this post. Thank you for the inspiration!

    xo
    Rachel

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  40. Good to be a Queen23 January 2010 at 21:34

    Well said dearest Duchess...Enjoy your time with family.

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  41. Anonymous23 January 2010 at 22:51

    They are Lovely words and Your post is so deliciously romantic xxx

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  42. Brenda Leyland @ Its A Beautiful Life23 January 2010 at 23:39

    Ohhhhh, I haven't been for a while, and I realized I've missed you. What a wonderful visit. As usual I feel quite sated from having tea with you, Duchess!

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  43. Treasia Stepp24 January 2010 at 00:15

    Such exquisite pink flowers today Duchess. Just stunning. Your blog always brings a smile to my face.

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  44. Jacque24 January 2010 at 06:55

    Aw, Duchess! I adore all of your lovely roses!! Pink and purple are my favorites!! I hope your weekend is extremely wonderful!!

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  45. Namitha24 January 2010 at 22:20

    Wow..beautiful..:-)

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  46. La Petite Gallery24 January 2010 at 23:36

    Great Quote, Great photo's, I look and just sigh! Those young men
    are so beautiful. Hard to think they are Royal..

    Such a beautiful post you made.
    I love it..
    yvonne

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  47. Together We Save25 January 2010 at 19:25

    I just love stooping by here. Your blog is so beautiful and as always the roses pictures are wonderful.

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  48. Eileen25 January 2010 at 20:04

    I haven't been blogging but I had to get here to see if you posted anything new, and I'm so glad I popped in, it's always a nice pick-me-up with your beautiful posts!

    I love that line too, so sweet!
    Enjoy your visit!

    Love to you,
    Eileen

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  49. Gaia26 January 2010 at 00:12

    Hi duchess!
    how are you? laways great pick and so much pink my fav colors!
    I'm celebrating my first anniversary! One year in the blogland, can you believe it?

    Beautiful as always!

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  50. The Red Umbrella26 January 2010 at 04:13

    I'm addicted! And following too.

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  51. Anonymous26 January 2010 at 05:33

    I so enjoy stopping by your blog..to just sit back..and get back to my girly time..which is rare for me..always to busy running around..this blog is perfect for me..thank you for such a nice way to unwind..

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  52. Mimi26 January 2010 at 07:46

    HI!!!!
    Are you having just the best time with your friend????
    I hope so!!!!
    I just wanted to stop in and say HI!!!!
    Hugs,
    jamie

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  53. The Vintage Kitten26 January 2010 at 16:04

    Lovely! The pictures are beautiful X

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  54. My Grama's Soul26 January 2010 at 16:19

    I love roses, and your pics are especially breathtaking.

    Love the quote also.

    Blessings,

    Jo

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  55. Princess Laura Lis26 January 2010 at 17:16

    Dear Duchess:
    Beautiful flowers, and lovely post, it is fabulous to have time with the family, I wish you marvellous days with your cousin Cathy. Have a nice day!

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  56. Anne27 January 2010 at 00:24

    Thank you for the holiday wishes sent to my blog. I hope you had a wonderful holiday to. I love the music on your blog. It's so soothing.

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  57. beachvintage.com27 January 2010 at 01:28

    Duchess I feel Valentines has come too quick this year. I don't know where the time has gone my dear. Lovely pics of sweet roses.

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  58. Magdalena27 January 2010 at 01:45

    Duchess, Such lovely words and quote, thank you for sharing. I hope you enjoy special time with family.
    Have a lovely week
    xoxo

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  59. Draffin Bears27 January 2010 at 02:14

    Thank you dear Duchess, for a lovely post.
    The roses and words are beautiful.

    I hope that you are having a wonderful week.
    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  60. Unknown27 January 2010 at 07:11

    Gorgeous flower pics! Have a sweet day!

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  61. Stitch and Roses27 January 2010 at 08:16

    Duchess, what a beautiful post. I love the roses and the wording, great quote.

    Audrey xx

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  62. Vintage French27 January 2010 at 08:27

    Duchess have a wonderful time with your cousin. Thanks for responding to my email.

    Big Hugs
    Lilac

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  63. Lady Victoria27 January 2010 at 09:37

    Candy for the eye.

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  64. the crybaby27 January 2010 at 14:56

    my dearest Duchess, thank you so so much for bestowing upon me The Most Regal Blog Award! sorry i haven been very active in blogging, so couldnt thank you earlier for your kindness... i'm very honoured =)

    come visit my new blog when u get the time to! missing you and looking forward to seeing you there...
    http://honeycoffeebaby.blogspot.com

    xoxo, mica.

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  65. Uniquely Ella28 January 2010 at 05:45

    OMG, I just discovered your blog, What a delight. Can’t wait for the week end to enjoy it all.

    Xxx
    Marlene

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  66. Zurin28 January 2010 at 09:04

    Hello Duchess ~ o My you have an amazingly beautiful enchanting blog!!! i could not stop oohing and ahhing all the way down! I'll be back n following you! thanks for visiting and following me! :)) xoxo zurin

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  67. Rosie28 January 2010 at 09:43

    Hello, just popping by to visit your wonderful blog and to say thank you for your lovely comment on mine- I will be returning to read more and to gaze at your lovely photos:)

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  68. a Pocket Angel28 January 2010 at 11:44

    Duchess, Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and becoming a follower.
    How I LOVE your blog!!!!!
    My visit here has been such a delight....
    Wishing you a day filled with peace, love, and happiness.
    Off to have my morning cup of tea. ~Lady Mary~ :-}

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  69. the crybaby28 January 2010 at 16:19

    hi duchess! i'm overjoyed to noe u visited my new blog! thanks dear for the support =)

    i'll be doing updates @ this new blog now, & will be deleting the old blog soon...

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  70. Vintage Linen Treasures28 January 2010 at 23:02

    What a beautiful post. It's always so sweet to come by and visit. And thank you for reminding me that Valentine is just around the corner. I almost forgot!
    Patricia :o)

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  71. French Kissed29 January 2010 at 05:33

    Just wanted to let you know that I posted a "thank you" for my much appreciated award. Hope you have a wonderful weekend.

    ~jermaine~

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  72. Don29 January 2010 at 06:35

    Bonjour Duchess,
    I really love your blog! The perfect amount of roses, butterflies, tales of tea and poetry. Makes me want to have a cuppa right now. Thanks for visiting my blog. I do appreciate your kind words.
    Dana from Red Umbrella Consignment

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  73. The Red Umbrella29 January 2010 at 06:37

    Well,
    That last comment from Don, really was me, Dana, his wife. I forgot to sign out from his account and sign in as me. We really look nothing alike, or else I might have said nothing :-)

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  74. Barbara29 January 2010 at 11:27

    Morning Duchess, How nice to have a cousin visiting from France. Hope you all treasure and enjoy each moment together. How nice of you to bestow an award on so many lovey blogs.

    Barbara

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  75. maría cecilia29 January 2010 at 21:53

    Hydrangeas and roses, so beautiful combination of pinks!!!!! And so nice to have Cathy spending time with you... lots of great chatting I suppose...
    I´m off for holidays and will be back in March, see you then and catch up with your so wonderful posts!!!
    Receive a big hug, dear Duchess,
    Muchos cariños,
    Lady Maria Cecilia

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  76. Lucie31 January 2010 at 20:35

    Pleased to hear that you have had a good time with your cousin. Hope you enjoyed scones with your Aunt, sounds just lovely. With love, Lucie x

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