Thankful and International Tea Day

 "My dear, if you could give me a cup of tea to clear my muddle of a head I should better understand your affairs." -Charles Dickens . "

May 21st each year is observed as international tea day. On this occasion today I hope that all you fellow chai lovers are enjoying a sip of " kadak garam chai ". This morning when I was making myself some tea the irresistible aroma of tea brought back fond memories. Memories of enjoying cutting chai on tapri with friends in my college days. I thought of those numerous times when my Aai would instantly make "alyacha garam chaha"  as soon as she heard the rain drops on the roof top. Several other such special memories flooded my mind .

The weather was refreshing this morning. I sat on the deck sipping my first cup of tea amidst the chirping of birds. It just felt heavenly . The mug that I was drinking my tea in suddenly grabbed my attention. Instantly I felt thankful and grateful. Thankful for this cup of tea, thankful for another day and thankful for nature. The setting was perfect and so was the tea. More than ever I was grateful for the wellbeing of my family and friends. Amidst this pandemic and uncertainty one thing is sure - a hot cup of tea never fails to soothe me.  After all the ancient proverb aptly says -  "the path to heaven passess through a teapot. "

Concrete Words - The Coffee Mug - Part 2

This post is part of  a series where I choose and write about a particular "Concrete Word "

Concrete words are terms that identify things and events that can be measured and observed. Concrete words are tangible in some way. So I decided to write about such "concrete words ".

I enjoy my morning cup of tea in this beautiful mug . It has an elegant design and is beautifully crafted . It is a porcelain mug from Teavana. This mug holds a very special place in my heart. First because I received it last year as my graduation gift . It is undoubtedly the best gift I have received so far . It came in the mail as a total  surprise. It was neatly wrapped in a decorative box. The second reason that makes this mug special is even better. It was sent by a very special couple . They both are dear and near to me. So every single  time I sip my tea from this mug it reminds me of that special feeling . It gives me a sense of accomplishment . It reminds me of my achievements . It also makes me aware of my responsibilities since my graduation . It reminds me to be grateful for being surrounded by wonderful caring people in my life. And of course drinking caffeine has its own perks. I so need this mug and my dose of early morning caffeine especially now that I am a mommy on the go.