a few days after we returned from our trip out west we headed to Williamsburg, Virginia
to celebrate my early December birthday…
we drove the scenic back roads enjoying the almost four hour ride…
it is a place I have always wanted to visit and seeing it all decked out for the holidays was really special…
I was drawn to the gardens even though they were mostly at rest for the winter…
we had lovely weather and it was so photogenic at every turn…
we did bring the traveling tea cup along for the fun…
there was lots to learn in that bustling 18th century living history museum…
getting to talk with artisans busy at work
as if we were back in the 18th century…
so I raise my traveling tea cup joining in with everyone over at Elizabeth’s Altered Book Lover for T Stands for Tuesday today…
wishing each of you a holiday season that is merry and bright…
I appreciate your visits here SO very much oxo
Magpie's Nest ~*~ Patty Szymkowicz 
Oh, another place I have wanted to visit. And a very happy belated birthday to you dear friend-I am so sorry to have missed it ! L-O-V-E the photo of you and Mr. Magpie with Santa! So special too is that photo of the clothing hanging on the line outdoors…thank you for taking us along via cyberspace. Happy T day to you and a very , very Merry Christmas!
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What a wonderful journey. Beautiful photographs. So happy you were able to visit a place you have always wanted to see. Such a treat. hugs, Donna
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What a wonderful tribute to Christmas, tea, and Colonial Williamsburg. I have a friend who has a sister who lives nearby, and they visit every time they are on the east coast, usually about twice a year. Seeing it through your eyes has made it special.
Although all the photos were wonderful, I really enjoyed the traveling tea cup mosaic. It certainly made me smile, and of course when Mr. M put it back in its box. It has certainly traveled well this year.
Thanks for sharing your birthday photos from Williamsburg and tea with us for T this week. And I would be remiss if I didn’t wish you and Mr. M. a very happy, safe, and joyous Christmas.
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Wonderful photos of your trip, I would love to be able to visit there, too. Have a happy T Day, take care, and happy holidays, dear Patti! Alles Liebe and Frohes Fest, Valerie
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Patty, it is SO picturesque. Hope you had a wonderful birthday.
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Amazing photos dear Patty ! What a great trip! Thank you for sharing !
Happy Holdiays dear Patty and happy T-Day!
oxo
Susi
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your blog brings so many places and things to me which i otherwise would miss… it is such a delight to see all the beautiful Details and you (or mr magpie) always arrange the photos so perfectly. you must have a plethora of photos from all over the world. i´m sure i would love to dig through all These Pictures (do you find time for it anyway?). patty, i´m so grateful you let us take part in your travels. and yes, love the photo of you and your husband, too!
now have a peaceful Christmas… i´m waiting for the (grown up) Boys to come home today and look Forward to some cozy days…
xox, johanna
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Fabulous photos. It has been such a long time since I have visited Williamsburg. Quite ironic that you should post about Williamsburg, as my husband and I were just talking about visiting the other day. Again, thanks for taking us a long for the trip.
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I have always wanted to visit Williamsburg and you have convinced me that the holidays is the time to see it. How beautiful. Your photos are wonderful. Wishing you a happy holiday and hope you get to your cookie baking! Hugs!
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We can make a dream journey with your amazing and wonderful photos dear Patty. We can dive under in another century, with wonderful decorations and costumes and buildings. A really nice place to celebrate your birthday. Happy Birthday to you and all the best for your new year of life. Every time a great pleasure to watch your amazing photos. Love it much.
Dearest Greeting
Sabine xox
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Welcome home again sweet lady!!
I do so enjoy our trips together-heehee thank you for always taking me along! How much fun to have the tea cup along as well! I think I look forward to those photos the most-teehee
I do love how the colonists decorated so organically- using what they had- beautiful ! Wishes for a happy belated birthday and I am sure it was as special as you are!
Sending off extra Solstice greetings as well as Christmastidings to you and your loved ones~ may the peace,joy and beauty of this time be with you always!
much love,Jackie
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The photos are gorgeous. What a wonderful place to celebrate your birthday, Patty. Happy belated birthday wishes my dear!
Sending warm wishes to you and your family for a wonderful Christmas, and much health and happiness for 2016.
Hugs, Gaby
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Hope Santa brings you what you want! Lovely wreaths everywhere. Thanks for sharing your Birthday celebratory day. xox
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I’ve always thought Colonial Williamsburg would be a fun and interesting place to visit. Thx for the photos 🙂
Happy T Tuesday!
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Loved your photos!! We were talking about Williamsburg last night at the dinner table. We were talking about a family vacation. Colonial Williamsburg was my suggestion.
Happy T day and Merry Christmas!
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We were there for a conference many years ago and it was so nice to see it again through your eyes. Beautiful as ever. Thank you.
Hugs
FredaB
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Dearest Patty, a wonderful collection of moments from your beautiful trip to Williamsburg, so lovely to feel as if back to another time, I love such places, and I also loved to see you and Jim together wit Santa 🙂 I can tell it must have been fun, “sitting on his lab again ” I love their clothing, the old buildings, and all the gorgeous wreaths you have “collected ”
Thank you for all your beauty here, through the year, I`m happy to be with you in creating and touring.
Happy days of Christmas, to you and your family, and a wonderful and blessed New Year.
Hugs,Dorthe , xoxo
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Hi Patty, your photo collages again are very beautiful and it’s great to see Santa as well 🙂 Wishing you all the best for the Season, and much happiness in 2016. Hugs, Shirleyxx
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What a marvelous place Williamsburg seems to be! And I get the feeling December is just the right time to go! Thanks for your kind comment on my blog, I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy T-Day, too!
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THANK YOU for sharing such glorious pictures of a place I’ve always wanted to visit……..now even MORE so..LOL
Belated birthday wishes too.
Hope your holidays are filled with Love, laughter and the joys of the season.
Merry Christmas
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Oh thank you so much Patty to take us on a trip to Williamsburg. What a treat! What an interesting place. I loved seeing all those wreath type christmas decorations on the doors. Each one is different. Aren’t they beautiful. This is armchair travelling at its best.
Lovely to see a photo of you and your hubby.
A belated happy birthday and sincere Christmas wishes.
Thank you for commenting earlier,
Blessings,
Lisca
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I haven’t been to Williamsburg for many, many years–your photos brought back such lovely memories. Seeing all the period costumes, the wreaths and decorated doors was wonderful. Of course, seeing you and Jim with Santa was lovely, too! Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a belated Happy Birthday!
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Williamsburg is a place I have wanted to visit. I remember borrowing a beautiful book about the area from the library years ago and how enthralled I was by it. Obviously belated happy birth day wishes are in order….as well as a wish for a very happy Christmas to you, and those who you love most.
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What a fabulous place this looks – your photos are brilliant! Well worth the long drive I would say to take the scenic route to extend the enjoyment! Wishing you a very Happy Christmas – I see you are in Santa’s good books already! Hugs, Chrisx
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Belated Birthday Wishes to you dear Patty. Awesome pictures of your trip to Williamsburg.
Merry Christmas to you. Hope you have a wonderful time with your dear ones
Hugs
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I love Colonial Williamsburg — I can’t imagine a nicer place for a birthday celebration! I’m not sure if I’m early or missed it but I send wonderful wishes for a beautiful new year, one as lovely as the place in which you celebrated!
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I can see why you always wanted to go there!! So interesting! Looks like one could spend days and days everywhere. 🙂
Happy T-Day and Merry Christmas! 🙂
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As usual Dear Patty, your pictures tell an awesome story. Williamsburg is one of my favorite places as well but have never seen it at Christmas time. Glad that you & Jim got to & thank you for sharing….Merry Christmas to you & yours…love…Judy
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Absolutely loved all of the photos. Another one of the places I hope to get to someday. Loved the photo with Santa 🙂 Thanks for visiting my page too. It’s always great to have you visit.
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What a wonderful visit to Colonial Williamsburg. Such a fantastic collection of wreaths you captured!
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Merry Christmas my friend!Much Love!
Karla
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I don’t think I’ve already commented on this one. I’m sooooo behind! But I do love it. And I realllllllllllly love the last picture with Santa! Ho! Ho! Ho!
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I am trying to play a little catch up – Williamsburg looks like the perfect place for you to visit – right up your alley I would say. Love your pictures!!
Sandy xx
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