February Sipdown Challenge – self care – do something that feeds your soul
My soul has been enjoying this day since early this morning. I got up early, after Ashman left for work (he leaves quite early) and before daughter got up to go to her job.
And I puttered around quietly! I dearly love doing that! It really feeds my soul, and having a bit of alone time is precious to me. I have nothing on my schedule today, so I watered some plants, filled the bird baths, took out the spent paperwhites and planted them in the garden for a hopeful return next year, and just enjoyed the quiet. I made breakfast, lit a candle, and drank some tea, then carried it to my craft room and made a card for an upcoming anniversary. More bliss! I sat outside on the patio and watched Sam roam and dig in his two diggy spots, while drinking a glass of iced Vanilla Rose Cake from Cuppageek. Lovely!
And then I got a surprise package from derk! Derk, you are one of the awesomest people on the planet, did you know that?
Wow. My heart is overwhelmed by what a lovely day this has been.
As for the tea – this is all about the tea, right? – this blend was one of my favorite Cuppageek blends ever. I bought a lot of it and put it in a tin so it would stay extra fresh. It reminds me a bit of Paris by Harney and Sons, and even more of Perseus by The ODor. The black tea base is just right, and the flavors here are smooth and creamy. More bergamot than lavender, lots of vanilla and thick cream – I think even a bergamot hater would like this. And I feel like even if you don’t like lavender, this blend could probably win you over. It is a delight.
What a wonderful day! I love having a good putter.