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The Wisdom of Tea

January 10, 2013 By Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns 13 Comments

“There is a great deal of poetry and fine sentiment in a chest of tea.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Good morning, I hope your week is treating you well. I am finally feeling like I am “back to normal”, eating better, sleeping more, actually back to my daily walks and reading again. 

“The first sip is always the best…you cringe as it burns the back of your throat, knowing you just had the hottest carpe-diem portion.” 

~Terri Guillements

In addition, I am taking time to just BE and relax. I think that life goes by so fast some days and that if I do not stop and enjoy it I am going to miss it. 

“Tea is drunk to forget the din of the world.” ~Tien Yieheng

Something so simple as a cup of tea and the wisdom that comes from a few moments alone savoring both the beverage and my thoughts is the perfect way to do this.

“Tea is a cup of life.” ~ Author Unknown

Are you a tea drinker? Are you taking time to take care of yourself and appreciate the little moments of quiet and solitude?

“Each cup of tea represents an imaginary voyage.” ~ Catherine Douzel

Even if tea is not your “go to” beverage, take your coffee, your cocoa, your soda and “stop and smell the roses”. Life is short and unpredictable and if there is one thing I have learned this past year, you cannot get back time lost or time spent fretting about small and inconsequential things. 


“Tea is instant wisdom, just add water.” ~ Astrid Alauda

Enjoy you day friends! I know I am going to.

Linking to:

Katherines Corner

 Heart and Home ~ http://angelwingsandapronstrings.blogspot.com/

A Return to Loveliness ~ http://adelightsomelife.blogspot.com/

Tea Cup Tuesday~ http://artfulaffirmations.blogspot.com/

Tea Cup Tuesday ~ http://www.marthasfavorites.com/

Tuesday Cuppa Tea~ http://antiquesandteacups.blogspot.com/

Friends Sharing Tea ~ http://bernideensteatimeblog.blogspot.com/

Share Your Cup Thursday~ http://jannolson.blogspot.com/

Cottage Style Linky Party~ http://lavendergardencottage.blogspot.com/

Home Sweet Home~ http://thecharmofhome.blogspot.com/



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  1. Jane and Lance Hattatt says

    January 10, 2013 at 12:17 pm

    Hello Elizabeth:
    Oh, the power of a cup of tea……known to cure a myriad of ills and world crises….well,nearly!

    We absolutely love the Hungarian cuisine and so never bring anything from England to eat but, the tea is another matter entirely. Twining's English Breakfast Tea at any time of day is, we feel,an essential of the store cupboard and rarely available in the Motherland. Your post is a happy reminder….time for tea!!!

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  2. Castles Crowns and Cottages says

    January 10, 2013 at 1:12 pm

    Oh my dear heart….you are speaking about a HUGE institution here at our home. Tea time is our slow-down time and we love it. NOW, we have a wonderful selection of hot chocolate to add to our collection! CHEERS! Anita

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  3. Cynthia says

    January 10, 2013 at 2:11 pm

    Great post, I couldn't agree more we all need to slow down and tea helps me do that when I have a cup I just relax.

    Cynthia

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  4. teaorwine says

    January 10, 2013 at 3:01 pm

    Love this posting!

    best,
    teaorwine

    http://teaorwine.blogspot.com

    Reply
  5. Leslie says

    January 10, 2013 at 4:02 pm

    I savor these quiet moments. Mine are usually in the morning, before the day begins. I feel more balanced and productive when I take a few minutes to be still during the day. Coffee for me in the morning.. and then I switch to tea later in the day:)

    Have fun today!

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  6. Sandy at You May Be Wandering says

    January 10, 2013 at 6:10 pm

    I am usually a coffee drinker but broke out some tea yesterday to warm up! It may become a habit in the afternoons.

    xoxoxo

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  7. Vannessa@Luxuria says

    January 10, 2013 at 8:54 pm

    Lovely post. I am making 2013 the year I just "savor" the moment. I do drink herbal teas which I got into when I lived in Spain, as they are very popular there. I have started to indulge in hot chocolate now that I am back in cold Britain 😉

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  8. The enchanted home says

    January 10, 2013 at 10:46 pm

    I am a big coffee drinker but have gotten more into tea lately. Love green tea, chamomile and peach tea. Its very soothing and relaxing to stop and enjoy a cup of tea. There is definitely an art to really enjoying the whole experience!

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  9. Travel With Lulu says

    January 11, 2013 at 5:33 am

    Great minds think alike with our duo tea posts! I love tea – I though I would switch from my Jasmine Green to English Breakfast when I moved to England, but nope, it's still daily Jas Green for me 🙂

    Reply
  10. Terri says

    January 15, 2013 at 6:24 pm

    You have a lovely blog! Your post is very timely and kind. Your tea cups are so sweet! I love the word "savor"….it takes time and awareness to savor…
    Thank you for the reminder to slow down and breathe.
    Hugs,
    Terri

    Reply
  11. Martha's Favorites says

    January 15, 2013 at 8:54 pm

    Hi: Great advise! Love what your shared today. Thank you for joining Tea Cup Tuesday. Blessings, Martha

    Reply
  12. sandy says

    January 16, 2013 at 12:57 am

    Your teacups are very cute! And great reminder to slow down and just "BE"! A cup of Tea and even coffee helps me do that! sandy 🙂

    Reply
  13. Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage says

    January 16, 2013 at 4:28 pm

    You have a wonderful blog and I love all your tea quotes! The teacups are very cute too. Thank you for joining me for tea.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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