A tea-blending kit without tea? And teabags? To blend tea one needs a base of Assam upon which other teas are added, such as Kenyan. Loose tea by the way. I've been given two samples of that sort of blend, which I look forward to trying. I have now given you the full extent of my tea-related knowledge. I will comment on the rest in my reply. Snigger.
I wanted to laugh all the way through, but then I got to the sycamore tree and was so sad. When I read the news story a couple of days ago, I couldn't comprehend the mindless vanity of the individual who did the damage.
But now I read the National Trust has pulled out a young sycamore sapling that a fellow had kindly planted. A selfless and praiseworthy act by a young man that restores one's faith in the younger generation. And then the National Trust act like a bunch of crusties who can't see beyond their tunnel vision and pull it out!!! I ask you!!!!
I did get my humour back again tho' when I saw Terry's image of the news story about you - what a hoot!
Loved your comments to Terry and the tea and his writing schedule.
But caught my breath when you mentioned the Tree. 😞 OK, I followed that by welling up, but was delighted when I saw a “heart” (❤️) in each of the pictures of the felled tree. On the stump and on the bottom of the tree as she laying on her side and the heart showed up in all different angles.
The perps may have destroyed a national treasure, but the tree’s heart shows the last comment by her love. It reminded me instantly of “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein. The selfish act of vandalism vs the selflessness of the tree. 🤗
I am currently walking a virtual Hadrian's Wall, and had just past the point where that beautiful tree was. I was excited by the thought that I would one day see it in person. When I read the news... well, bereft wouldn't be too strong a word. Especially because of the circumstances--so senseless and stupid.
I was so sorry to hear of the destruction of the Sycamore tree, such senseless willful destruction.
A comment on the tea-i am one of those people who drink tea both in a teapot and also with teabags. My favorite is Barry’s tea. Both the Irish and the English breakfast tea. I am out of both right now sadly, and am drinking tea from a teapot.
"How should the two of them, for example, go about ordering tea in a café? If her date is anything like you I can only imagine the stand-off." My suggestion? Order gin. Or, you know, maybe coffee? Keep your tea-making anomaly a secret to be revealed only if you become best of friends. I cannot even comment on the tragic cutting down of the tree or the destruction at the Wall of China. It breaks my heart that our species can be so stupid and mean. Sometimes I o not want to live on this planet anymore.
That tree! No! Who would do such a thing. It was like the Princess Diana of trees-- most photographed and now a gap where there once was an English rose.
Meanwhile, I love a good Brit discussion on the proper way to make tea. I have an electric kettle that does all the work. With the push of a button it heats to 175 degrees for my green tea bag. Oh forsooth the lady uses a tea bag!
Another emotional read. Between the feigned outrage and the real despair I feel quite rattled. Thankfully a cuppa will help a little. (Our early spring has just turned back to blustery, freezing winter, so a cuppa will definitely be appreciated.)
By the way, I’m glad that bodyguard and entourage will be accompanying you both at the First Meeting. I look forward to twin articles from very different perspectives on this historic meeting. 😃👍🤗🤗
2 favorite things of this letter: 1 - "Which is it, Terry? Loose, or decent?" and 2 - the tea kit excluding the tea = "missing loose or decent tea" in fine print on the tea kit box. 😍
I don't know how people can destroy the tree that has meant so much to the people in the area. I hope there is real punishment and not a slap on the wrist.
Congrats on post 100 and the crossover event meeting for the ages!
A tea-blending kit without tea? And teabags? To blend tea one needs a base of Assam upon which other teas are added, such as Kenyan. Loose tea by the way. I've been given two samples of that sort of blend, which I look forward to trying. I have now given you the full extent of my tea-related knowledge. I will comment on the rest in my reply. Snigger.
I wanted to laugh all the way through, but then I got to the sycamore tree and was so sad. When I read the news story a couple of days ago, I couldn't comprehend the mindless vanity of the individual who did the damage.
But now I read the National Trust has pulled out a young sycamore sapling that a fellow had kindly planted. A selfless and praiseworthy act by a young man that restores one's faith in the younger generation. And then the National Trust act like a bunch of crusties who can't see beyond their tunnel vision and pull it out!!! I ask you!!!!
I did get my humour back again tho' when I saw Terry's image of the news story about you - what a hoot!
Once again, Rebecca, you did it! Thank you.
Loved your comments to Terry and the tea and his writing schedule.
But caught my breath when you mentioned the Tree. 😞 OK, I followed that by welling up, but was delighted when I saw a “heart” (❤️) in each of the pictures of the felled tree. On the stump and on the bottom of the tree as she laying on her side and the heart showed up in all different angles.
The perps may have destroyed a national treasure, but the tree’s heart shows the last comment by her love. It reminded me instantly of “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein. The selfish act of vandalism vs the selflessness of the tree. 🤗
That's a lot of panic, Terry. Maybe less of that next week. I mean, it's only your life and career.
I am currently walking a virtual Hadrian's Wall, and had just past the point where that beautiful tree was. I was excited by the thought that I would one day see it in person. When I read the news... well, bereft wouldn't be too strong a word. Especially because of the circumstances--so senseless and stupid.
I was so sorry to hear of the destruction of the Sycamore tree, such senseless willful destruction.
A comment on the tea-i am one of those people who drink tea both in a teapot and also with teabags. My favorite is Barry’s tea. Both the Irish and the English breakfast tea. I am out of both right now sadly, and am drinking tea from a teapot.
Thank you for your post as always!!
"How should the two of them, for example, go about ordering tea in a café? If her date is anything like you I can only imagine the stand-off." My suggestion? Order gin. Or, you know, maybe coffee? Keep your tea-making anomaly a secret to be revealed only if you become best of friends. I cannot even comment on the tragic cutting down of the tree or the destruction at the Wall of China. It breaks my heart that our species can be so stupid and mean. Sometimes I o not want to live on this planet anymore.
That tree! No! Who would do such a thing. It was like the Princess Diana of trees-- most photographed and now a gap where there once was an English rose.
Meanwhile, I love a good Brit discussion on the proper way to make tea. I have an electric kettle that does all the work. With the push of a button it heats to 175 degrees for my green tea bag. Oh forsooth the lady uses a tea bag!
Another emotional read. Between the feigned outrage and the real despair I feel quite rattled. Thankfully a cuppa will help a little. (Our early spring has just turned back to blustery, freezing winter, so a cuppa will definitely be appreciated.)
By the way, I’m glad that bodyguard and entourage will be accompanying you both at the First Meeting. I look forward to twin articles from very different perspectives on this historic meeting. 😃👍🤗🤗
100!! Woohoo. Write on Rebecca and Terry
And the great tea war has now started between you two. Ha ha!
I, too, take my tea fully clothed! The only dignified way to do it.
2 favorite things of this letter: 1 - "Which is it, Terry? Loose, or decent?" and 2 - the tea kit excluding the tea = "missing loose or decent tea" in fine print on the tea kit box. 😍
I don't know how people can destroy the tree that has meant so much to the people in the area. I hope there is real punishment and not a slap on the wrist.