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May 3, 2012
Mother May I?
Do you remember that game from grade school, called Mother May I? I don’t even know if kids still play that?! “Mother may I take two steps forward towards your cookie jar?” Mother: “No, you may not. But you may wiggle your bottom three times and give me a big hug and [...]
April 25, 2012
Mistakes
I feel like there have been mistakes all around me for the past couple of weeks. Some of them have been mine. I made a really large error that could have been really damaging to my company. Other mistakes were made by those I do business with, while others were by customers. What I have [...]
March 29, 2012
Matcha: Quick & Dirty
I’m a fairly idealistic person. Pretty optimistic. I also appreciate beauty, art, ritual. But, I also love efficiency. Being a father of three children under the age of four motivates me to look for ways I can accomplish things quicker and easier. I have figured out how to make breakfast for everyone in the quickest [...]
March 7, 2012
It’s a Drum Mountain Clouds and Mist Kind of Day
The winds have picked up now that it’s the beginning of March. If I look up in the sky there is almost no trace of blue today, just a big gray covering of clouds and mist. Normally, I’d be put to sleep by this kind of weather. But, last night I experienced the sweetness of [...]
March 6, 2012
Hidden Treasure: Bilberry Tea
Hidden treasures come along every century or so. King Tut’s tomb treasures, the Dead Sea Scrolls, or golden chests found in a capsized vessel are a few of the famous treasures that come to mind. When I think about tea, I think about famous ones, like Dragon Well green tea or Jasmine Pearls green tea. [...]
February 2, 2012
Teas for Him, Teas for Her
Teas for Him and Teas for Her
Hard to believe it’s already February! Time to think about Valentine’s Day gifts. Chocolate and roses are the usual gifts for the day of romance, but what about getting some premium teas to enjoy together?! Here are a few suggestions that He will enjoy, while keeping [...]
December 2, 2011
Travel with Tea
Travel with Tea
Going home for the holidays? You’ll want to take some teas as gifts and travel with your favorites. We have everything you need to take your tea on the road or in the air. Here’s your tea travel checklist as you head out on holiday.
Travel Teapot
Stainless Steel, won’t break
Vacuum Insulated [...]
November 4, 2011
Christmas Tea Favorites
I love the change of season from Summer to Fall. Feeling the weather change and also having to change out my wardrobe, pulling out sweaters and coats. Along with it comes the desire to drink more hot tea! My favorite Christmas Teas to drink during the holiday season are the comforting, warming, and spicy blends. [...]
June 22, 2011
Mountain Chai – Chocolate Mint Dessert Tea
I just returned from a much needed Summer vacation in the Grand Teton mountain area of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. What an incredibly beautiful place! I’m so grateful that our country has preserved that land, it’s a must see for anyone. While staying with family in a nice big house that had the Grand Tetons as [...]
April 25, 2011
What You Need To Make The Best Iced Tea
Making iced tea isn’t hard. Get a few things together and you’ll have the best iced tea made in about 15 minutes!
Things You Need To Make Iced Tea:
- Strainer or Iced Tea Maker with Strainer for Loose Leaf Tea
- Teaspoon
- Timer
- Tea Kettle
- Pitcher
- Good Water
- Ice or Refrigerator
When I make Iced Tea, I make [...]


