Tuesday, December 24, 2013

Disturbing a Cup of Christmas Tea


Santa removed his hat to greet Lady Beverly, the Dowager Queen of Kell
Santa barged into High Tea at Kell Avenue this afternoon, disrupting a sedate gathering of refined ladies, chatting about this and that in their stylish hats, and enjoying the cakes and sweets put out by Lady Marcia. The gathering politely looked up and welcomed the loudmouthed oaf. What could they do, he was accompanied by Mrs. Claus, of the North Pole Clauses.
Lady Lillian, Mrs. Claus, Countess Benita
Lady Jill was in the assemblage as well, but, as usual the camera was unable to capture her smile, as she suddenly busied herself in the next room with Curt, who had apparently opted out of the High Tea, favoring a nap instead, as he awaited the arrival of evening guests.
Santa went about his work, delivered his treats, apologized about tracking in, explained that he had other responsibilities tonight, and departed with a jingle and his good wife, leaving the ladies to their winter topics on this fine Christmas Eve, wishing a Merry Christmas to All and to All a Good Night.

Why is Santa so fond of Lady Marcia? Hint: what goes with milk?