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Katie Panara
Drinking Tea is for Two!

Drinking Tea is for Two!

Good afternoon, lovely tea people! Today I hope to chat with you all about the presence of isolation in Western tea culture. What the heck is that about?! As of recently I have noticed that often times customers here, myself included, have shown a pattern of solitude for enjoying our tea. In recognizing this I sought to find out why this is so. There are a few pertinent reasons for this fact.  Now don't get me wrong, sometimes a solo cup of tea (i.e. see blog on tea meditation) can be extremely soothing and therapeutic. Sometimes basking in the little...

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To Wake up and Tea is to Wake up and See

To Wake up and Tea is to Wake up and See

Awaken with tea this infinite dream Awaken the stream   A weavingswarmingintermingling. Wake upSee your mind how it frees Wake upBeginExploreOnce more.   Look beneath the seams Gradually arise like sunrise.   Gently align existence with a path of least resistance   Golden startHeartwaves, seeking and speaking alive.   Find how you feel propel this mental wheel.   Slowly remind: Lovingly let go of timeLovingly let go of pastlook to Here with eyes brand new  See the world of possibility andTruth.   Cosmic Energies flowin the current of NowFresh taste.Less haste.   A moment to improve Renew your view Discover the...

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Katie Panara
Tea and Meditation

Tea and Meditation

Happy Tuesday Tea People! I hope the beginning of your week has been wonderful! I don't know about all of you, but as the first quarter of the year comes to a close I have noticed that I have been feeling very anxious, unsettled, and just a bit restless. I'm not sure if this is attributed to the changing of seasons, taxes being due, or just the all around uncertainty and angst that comes along with being a young adult in our day and age. Whatever it may be, I have been seeking out all the recommended outlets to promote calmness and...

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Katie Panara
Adding Lemon to Our Tea -- Series Part III

Adding Lemon to Our Tea -- Series Part III

5 Key Blog Takeaways: 1. **Calorie-Free Addition**: Lemon adds flavor to tea without adding any calories, making it a healthier alternative to milk or cream, which add unwanted calories to the beverage.2. **Rich in Vitamin C**: Lemon juice is an excellent source of vitamin C, providing well over the recommended daily dose with just one cup. Regular consumption throughout the day can significantly boost vitamin C intake.3. **Packed with Nutrients**: Lemon juice is rich in essential vitamins and minerals, including folate, potassium, magnesium, and thiamine. These nutrients play crucial roles in cell regeneration, blood pressure regulation, nerve and muscle function,...

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