I've always thought the idea of a proper English (Afternoon) Tea was so cultured. I've no idea why it's always seemed so fascinating to me. My English relatives sailed over in the early 1600s, so it's not a tradition I've ever participated in.
Do the younger people of England keep up the tradition? I'm saddened that many of the US traditions seem to fade away as people have such busy lives. When I was very young, we made a point to spend Christmas with one set of grandparents (until they passed away, then we stayed home) and Thanksgiving with the others (until they passed away). For Thanksgiving, there were always uncles, aunts and cousins around. It was a little sad having Thanksgiving with just me and my parents this year.
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Do the younger people of England keep up the tradition? I'm saddened that many of the US traditions seem to fade away as people have such busy lives. When I was very young, we made a point to spend Christmas with one set of grandparents (until they passed away, then we stayed home) and Thanksgiving with the others (until they passed away). For Thanksgiving, there were always uncles, aunts and cousins around. It was a little sad having Thanksgiving with just me and my parents this year.