I think my name should be “Tea Partea”…  I have been in love with Tea Parties since I was a child – I would have Tea Parties as a child growing up on Moreland Avenue in the west side of Baltimore – many of the older neighbors have gone now, however, I remember how sweet and exciting my parties were with them!

I am a retired Social Security employee and have been collecting teacups, teapots and Victorian items for years – I have a vast collection of collectables that are dear to my heart.

I am married to Edward and we have one son (Ivan), a beautiful daughter-in-law (Keysha) and 4 grandchildren! They are our joy - Kayla Marie, Jasmine Faye, Ivan Jr and Joshua Edward.

My mom (Margaret) helps me with Tea Parties along with Keysha, my beautiful sister (Delvonne), pretty niece (Ashley), my tall handsome brother (Tony) and like-sisters, (Freda and Louise) And not to leave Edward out… he’s my dishwasher – I don’t leave home without him. I praise God for my family!

I am a Christian that loves the Lord and gives honor and praises to our Lord and savior, Jesus, the Christ. I serve as Director of Mission and an Usher at The Mount Moriah Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Stephen M. Smith.

In closing… like a deliciously brewed cup of tea, time with the Lord should be an experience of refreshment, a time to savor!
          
“O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together”
Psalm 43:3