A Day Outing {Part I}~Luncheon and Apothecary Shop

Hello, faithful readers! How good it 'twas of you to stop by; your visits are always so welcomed. 

On Wednesday, Mother and I along with a few of our friends went on an afternoon luncheon in a charming nearby town to celebrate a friend's 18th birthday and Mother's friend's birthday as well. {They share the same date!:)}  

Robins is such a delightful restaurant in which to dine! So cozy and charming with a tint of old-fashion, European flare...

Red and yellow roses atop the wood mantel, bring an essence of cheer to the atmosphere. 

They always have fresh flowers throughout the restaurant.

Our friends enjoyed opening their gifts...

And we all chatted gaily while sipping cool, cucumber water...

The restaurant always serves the most delectable treats!

This mouse is quite scrumptious {so dense and rich and yummy:)}!

After luncheon, we of course had to linger into the apothecary cross the lane... 

The chimes gave a sort of whimsy atmosphere while the decor sparkled in front of the white-trimmed, cottage-like structure. 

A painter outside of Heart's Ease painting...

Welcome to my beloved herb shop...

When you step through the threshold, a mingled aroma fills your nostrils as the hardwood floors creak beneath your feet....You have stepped into another century!

The delightful sight of bundles of tied herbs drying on the wooden beams...

I love how this turned out! Reminds me an old-fashion post office only the cubby holes hold sweet-smelling soaps.

Give me one ounce of civit, good apothecary, to sweeten my imagination...~Shakspeare

The wooden shelves hold lovely trinkets and herbs alike...

Ooo, I was tempted to purchase this lavender honey! I am sure this would be quite scrumptious drizzled on a warm buttered biscuit with a cup of tea...doesn't that sound lovely to break your morning fast? 

There is a table full of clay bins containing a colorful arrangement of potpourris and lavender. I love using the Cabrian Rose {maroon potpourri mixture above} in my letters; gives such a sweet scent to parchment notes. 

{To Be Continued}

Hope you have enjoyed your visit! 

Many blessings to you all!

With Lots of Love,

P.S. A reader this morning left a some-what offensive comment on this post concerning my grammar it 'twas  at the beginning of the post, which is not proper English and I deleted their comment because they did not sign their name and it was an Anonymous user. Even though they said not to take offense to their comment, I just wanted to say to them this: "Thank you for you kindness to correct my grammar. It was good to know that 'twas is a combination of it and was. 

I think as well that good grammar is essential and cannot stand when things are misspelled, yet I am no old-fashion grammar expert although I strive to do well in modern-day English class. Again, thank you for correcting me, but please next time sign your name, even with an initial, if not with your Google account."  

Sincerely, 

Grace