Stretch it Out

August has arrived, that month that borders lazy summer days and crisp autumn nights. Growing up I always thought of August as that last care-free month before school began. Summer’s last stand if you will. My quest for calm this month is ideal for transitioning to our next season. But as always, I need toContinue reading “Stretch it Out”

Taste-tea!

It’s mid-year and July is here! With the temperatures heating up, I’m ready to pursue yet another way to chill. Literally and figuratively. First, let me tell you about June’s listening experience. Tuning into adagio music really did put me at ease. With its slow and steady beats between 55-65 per minute, it was soContinue reading “Taste-tea!”

Steeped in Inspiration

In my blog post from July 12, 2021 entitled “Suits Me to a Tea”, I mentioned that I have been a lover, connoisseur, and appreciator of herbal beverages since I was a teenager. When written, I had 12 brands and 21 varieties of camellia sinensis in our pantry. But like any enthusiast, my collection hasContinue reading “Steeped in Inspiration”

Suits Me to a Tea

I can count at least twelve brands and twenty-nine varieties of Camellia Sinensis and tisanes in our pantry right now. Why so many?  Why not?  Each kind is unique and offers a different experience. Whether it be Oolong, Rooibos, Puerh, Green, Black or White… the square, round or pyramid shaped fiber filled sachet packed withContinue reading “Suits Me to a Tea”