The Tea Set
On an aged built-in shelf, among glass plates, gilded cutlery, and ornate serving dishes, sits a nearly 150-year old tea set. The story of how I came to be in possession of such a treasure is one of admiration and respect, grief and acceptance, joy and Love. It is sweet, simple, and perfectly ordinary. And it is more. For the attentive and discerning, there are all the heroines and heroes, goddesses and gods, legendary battles, and brave rescues of any epic tale, and even a quest to save the world that spans generations.
Tea Time
“No matter where you are in the world, you are at home when tea is served.” — Earlene Grey
Y’all, I have very few rituals that don’t involve tea. I work, pray, meditate, journal, create, and have my deepest conversations with tea; and when I stopped drinking alcohol (IKR), I doubled down on my favorite herbal infusions. In short, tea drinking is my jam. The steam coming off a piping hot cup instantly creates space for me to breathe for a moment. Join me! Here are some tips to make the most of your tea time...