Chinese Take-out

 

Hello, Dear Friends, I hope that you are staying warm and cozy as 

we slide into November, when autumn's beauty gives way 

to cold winds and frosty mornings. 

One of the ways to have a cozy evening for Ramblin' Man 

and I, is to treat ourselves to Chinese Take-out. 

xx

Over the years I've collected some pretty things to make 

this a little more special. 

A few things were wonderful gifts from loved ones. 

I am always on the look-out to add to my collection. 

I would like to find enough to serve four or more. 

Most were found at thrift shops, flea markets and antique stores. 

This lovely cross-stitched table cloth was a thrifty find. 

You can see the designs are quite beautiful. 

The carp dishes were collected one by one. 

This little plate is a work of art. 

This rice spoon was the first thing that I found. 

It encouraged me to look for more. 

I have no idea how it survived. 

I found it years ago when my children were small

and it is very thin porcelain. 

xx

Chinese take-out was one of the few treats 

my husband and I were able to enjoy 

on a Saturday night when the children were 

in bed. 

We were rarely able to go out to dinner. 

Finding a sitter to watch four rambunctious little ones

was a difficult feat. 

Now that we are retired, it is a special occasion treat. 

Always for our anniversary and also for my birthday. 

xx

Take-out in front of the television is so cozy. 

Fried rice, egg roll, chow mien, bbq pork, and sometimes 

moo goo gai pan (chicken with veggies), or broccoli beef. 

Ramblin' Man's fortune came true. 

And so did mine. 

xx

What is your favorite take-out treat?