Monday, October 17, 2016

"Because of Her"

On October 18th, we celebrate Persons Day in Canada.

This 1-minute video provides a nice overview of the Canadian suffragette movement that lead to the 1929 historic ruling that, "Women. Are. Persons." and allowed women to participate in public office.

The Women are Persons! Monument in Olympic Plaza, Calgary, Alberta (photo taken in 2012)
86 years after this milestone victory for women's rights, Canada had its first cabinet with equal number of men and women. The Famous Five would have raised their teacups to this gender-balanced cabinet!

The Women are Persons! Monument in Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario (photo taken in 2015)
"“Because of Her”, Canada’s democracy is stronger than ever. 
Persons Day reminds us all that women’s voices matter. 
When women step forward and make themselves heard, the changes they create benefit us all."  
As a tribute to the "pink teas" held by the suffragists, I'm sharing this tea for one set that I purchased at a thrift store years ago. The pretty combination of pink roses and white polka dots is reminiscent of Royal Albert's Cheeky Pink design.

Pumpkin treat of the week: Pumpkin pie frozen yogurt from Yogurty's.

Public Service Announcement: The Celestial Seasonings holiday teas are now available at Bulk Barn and on sale for only $2.99 until October 27th! If you live in Ontario, you can also use this coupon for purchases over $10. It's never too early to buy Christmas teas!


I'm joining the following parties this week:
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  1. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenOctober 17, 2016 at 9:28 AM

    Happy Persons Day, Margie, and thank you for sharing about the Famous Five. I'll raise a cup of tea to them, too! Your teaset for one is darling. Enjoy all those seasonal flavors. They're like a sip of comfort, aren't they?

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  2. LindaOctober 17, 2016 at 11:57 AM

    I love seeing the statues in Ottawa of the tea party and the famous women. Good to know about the seasonal tea at Bulk Barn, I actually just found a Merry mint teabag from last year tucked under some other tea in my tea chest.

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  3. Judith @ Lavender CottageOctober 17, 2016 at 2:25 PM

    Thank heavens for strong women like the Famous Five, where would we be today without them?
    The public service announcement is duly noted thank you and the coupon downloaded! lol
    See you for the Victorian Tea Saturday! ☕️

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  4. xinexOctober 17, 2016 at 8:12 PM

    Beautiful tea for one set, Margie. Annie's Tea time has Whittard of Chelsea instant teas. They are in US. Google it...Christine

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  5. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageOctober 17, 2016 at 9:05 PM

    I'll raise my cup of tea to those strong ladies as well. I will be going in to Bulk Barn sometime this week to get my fruit for fruit cakes and I will be sure to check out the Christmas teas. Thanks for letting us know they are in. Your pink tea-for-one is really cute! Have a super week, Margie.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  6. LorrieOctober 17, 2016 at 10:11 PM

    I'm so thankful for those strong and courageous women who fought hard for women! Your tea for one set is very pretty. I'll raise a cup of tea in honour of Persons Day!

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  7. Antiques And TeacupsOctober 18, 2016 at 11:19 AM

    I do love the history of suffrage and persons! Hip hip hooray! Love your tea in one! Ordered the Ginger Mint Green tea you sent me the link for! Thanks so much! And thanks for linking to Tuesday Cuppa Tea!
    Ruth

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  8. Nora @ Teacup TalesOctober 19, 2016 at 12:20 AM

    Bravo to all of the women who led the way for suffrage! I simply like the fact that the day is called "Persons Day." Words have power.
    On another note, I will be keeping a look out for the C.S. holiday teas. I couldn't find them last year and I'm determined to find them this year.

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  9. bailiOctober 19, 2016 at 2:40 AM

    courage and dare has always won th destiny of one's dreams

    loved your tea set

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  10. Kelly @ Homespuns 'n HayfieldsOctober 19, 2016 at 6:32 PM

    Hi Margie, isn't it amazing that it really wasn't that long ago where women couldn't vote, etc. They definitely changed things for us. I'm going to have to remember to get to Bulk Barn, thanks for the info. I love your tea set. Take care.

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  11. Kelly @ Homespuns 'n HayfieldsOctober 19, 2016 at 8:04 PM

    Hi Margie, isn't it amazing that it really wasn't that long ago where women couldn't vote, etc. They definitely changed things for us. I'm going to have to remember to get to Bulk Barn, thanks for the info. I love your tea set. Take care.

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  12. janice15October 22, 2016 at 2:35 AM

    Yes we are someone and yes we hqve a opinion..yay for women.. Couldnt imagine that part of the vintage era... Cute one cupper.. Happy weekend Margie with love Janice

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  13. roughterrain craneOctober 22, 2016 at 7:55 AM

    A cup of tea in autumn brings me a poetic time. I enjoy the good aroma among red and yellow leaves.

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  14. Bernideen October 22, 2016 at 10:27 AM

    How wonderful to see all these statues of heroic women. I also love your little tea for one! Thanks for sharing Margie and have a sweet weekend!

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  15. KarenOctober 22, 2016 at 11:23 AM

    Hi Margie,
    Such an interesting and informative post. I love your pink tea for one cup and must tell you that I have the same one. It came in a pretty box and I haven't shared mine yet. I must stop collecting china but I thought that it was too sweet to pass by. Blessings, Karen

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  16. KarenOctober 22, 2016 at 11:23 AM

    Hi Margie,
    Such an interesting and informative post. I love your pink tea for one cup and must tell you that I have the same one. It came in a pretty box and I haven't shared mine yet. I must stop collecting china but I thought that it was too sweet to pass by. Blessings, Karen

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  17. September VioletsOctober 23, 2016 at 11:09 AM

    Love the statues of the Famous Five ... "Furry Gnome" recently shared a post on these gals too when he visited Ottawa. Love that pink polka-dotted tea set! I think your Valley Town thrift stores are a lot more fun than ours ;)
    Wendy

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  18. Two Cottages And TeaOctober 23, 2016 at 8:07 PM

    Hi Margie, your tea for one teacup is so pretty! I don't even own one, yet! I haven't seen the holiday tea here, but soon I hope!! How great to have a "Persons Day! Have a good week!

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  19. Two Cottages And TeaOctober 23, 2016 at 8:08 PM

    Hi Margie, your tea for one teacup is so pretty! I don't even own one, yet! I haven't seen the holiday tea here, but soon I hope!! How great to have a "Persons Day! Have a good week!

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  20. CarrieOctober 31, 2016 at 11:18 PM

    Thanks for the info on the famous five and their pink teas! And your pink tea is lovely--I love cheeky pink and it is reminiscent of its cuteness :)

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