We're All Going On Summer Holidays - Leigh On Sea & Making Muffins
I'm sitting in Sara's Tea Garden in Leigh On Sea , feeling content about summer and the cream tea in my belly. The scent of the scone when it arrived at the table made my legs weak. It might be one of the best scones I've ever had. I'm terribly pleased there's fresh strawberries in the clotted cream. I wish I could have a second pot of jam, but chastise myself as I am already being too indulgent today. Of course the anticipation of being at the seaside colours everything into pastel hues, and this oasis garden is safe and cosy. I'm reminded of the first time I visited. I sat inside and had a slice of Victoria Sponge. I think of Katherine Mansfield and wish I could recreate her wonder and delicious abandon of being away from home. But I mustn't dally. The seaside awaits. My belly is full and I'm ready to bake in the sun. I lay on a towel in the sand, reading a book on my phone. After I pack up, I'm wistful, wishing I could stay longer. Icecrea