The functions of a good cup of tea are many. The Reading
A star called Moon
Came and showed me light.
I couldn’t see and didn’t know
What was around and above and below.
Moon talked of angels and dragons,
Of roses, and butterflies, and of Michael.
I wasn’t aware of the care
That was being taken for my sake.
But she knew.
And Moon shared the secrets.
For tea leaves can heal and heal again.
Whether lovingly steeped or wisely read,
They can bring you rest and care
While you are gracefully being led.
Susan Patterson
07-2003
A star called Moon
Came and showed me light.
I couldn’t see and didn’t know
What was around and above and below.
Moon talked of angels and dragons,
Of roses, and butterflies, and of Michael.
I wasn’t aware of the care
That was being taken for my sake.
But she knew.
And Moon shared the secrets.
For tea leaves can heal and heal again.
Whether lovingly steeped or wisely read,
They can bring you rest and care
While you are gracefully being led.
Susan Patterson
07-2003
Discussion: The Reading
Tea poetry is a genre in which I no longer write. But I have included this poem in The Causerie at the request of a friend. As you can see it was written quite a while ago and it is pretty darned twee. However, the poem is a true story, so allow me to elaborate.
I was at my favorite tea shop, The Chintz Tea Cup, enjoying a quiet afternoon. There was a tea leaf reader at the shop named Shana Moon, and she offered to read my tea leaves. "Sure, why not?', I replied. I tend not to put a lot of stock in these things, but I do not brush them aside either. I won't bore you with all of the facets of tea leaf reading, but Ms. Moon was on the button with details. Not only was she accurate about what was going on in my life, but, she also told me things that I didn't know was going on and that I now trust.
Suffice it to say, with her reading, I went away lifted during an excruciatingly difficult time in my life. That painful phase passed away from me and then poetry came in abundance. I have lost touch with Shanna Moon, but, I have remembered what she told me. There are beings in different forms watching and caring for me...and you probably have similar help as well. skp
I was at my favorite tea shop, The Chintz Tea Cup, enjoying a quiet afternoon. There was a tea leaf reader at the shop named Shana Moon, and she offered to read my tea leaves. "Sure, why not?', I replied. I tend not to put a lot of stock in these things, but I do not brush them aside either. I won't bore you with all of the facets of tea leaf reading, but Ms. Moon was on the button with details. Not only was she accurate about what was going on in my life, but, she also told me things that I didn't know was going on and that I now trust.
Suffice it to say, with her reading, I went away lifted during an excruciatingly difficult time in my life. That painful phase passed away from me and then poetry came in abundance. I have lost touch with Shanna Moon, but, I have remembered what she told me. There are beings in different forms watching and caring for me...and you probably have similar help as well. skp
Good Tea is Always a Good Choice
Hand picked tea is mostly harvested by women. I am always being asked what tea do James and I drink at home? Well, there are lots of good teas available, but we are passionate about Smith Tea. Michael Smith teas are hand selected and you can buy bagged or loose at your preference. I consider them among the best in the world.
Yunnan, Lord Bergamot, Brahmin and Bungalow are our favorites. But sip for yourself, you will not find a poor choice.
Just remember use filtered boiling water, don't over steep and drink out of a nice china cup. Don't have a china cup? Email me. I'll give you one. http://www.smithtea.com/
I know! For a special treat, why not buy some Smith Tea and my book, Heart to Heart-Considered Sentiments for Teatime? You can read good poetry while drinking good tea! How cool is that? The book is just ten dollars on my web site. http://www.earlenegrey.com/
Happy tea times! skp
Yunnan, Lord Bergamot, Brahmin and Bungalow are our favorites. But sip for yourself, you will not find a poor choice.
Just remember use filtered boiling water, don't over steep and drink out of a nice china cup. Don't have a china cup? Email me. I'll give you one. http://www.smithtea.com/
I know! For a special treat, why not buy some Smith Tea and my book, Heart to Heart-Considered Sentiments for Teatime? You can read good poetry while drinking good tea! How cool is that? The book is just ten dollars on my web site. http://www.earlenegrey.com/
Happy tea times! skp
Snow Finds Its Way to Oregon
A light dusting of snow covers the Earlene Grey recording studio.
Warm wishes to you! skp
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