Nothing says "me time" better than a cup of coffee or tea? A hot, piping cup or mug of the favorite hot beverage alone or with a special friend can seem like an oasis of sanity in the midst of a hectic day. Hot or cold, with some favorite fruit or nut flavors added, can make for a very special time. Both coffee & tea come with caffeine as optional. If you find that caffeine disturbs your sleep or raises your blood pressure, you can opt for the caffeine free version. If, caffeine is not a problem then go for it! Since both coffee & tea contain caffeine naturally, they must undergo a process to remove it. The decaffeination process whether for beans or leaves, takes some of the flavor out of it, so plan to purchase a better grade of coffee when you want the caffeine out.There is some
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Tea Party Day
Coffee Tea, Tea Time
In times past, "tea time" was a time honored tradition shared by women, and young girls, for the sole purpose of bonding. No matter how busy the women were, or how hectic their lives got, they always managed to slow down long enough to share a warm cup of tea and discuss life.Wouldn't it be nice if you, too, could slow down your fast-paced lifestyle long enough to really get to know your children? To experience the thrill of real conversation followed by giddy laughter?If your child loves playing dress up, then you are going to love throwing a tea party with her!Whether you choose to throw an intimate tea party for two, or host a more elaborate event for your daughter and her friends, involve your child in the entire preparation process and you'll create a bond that will stand the test of time.1. Agree upon a theme. A
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Tea Party Ideas
Entire Room, Paced Lifestyle, Tea Time
Back during the turn of the century, there were so many different traditions, questions on what to say or do, or how to behave in certain situations that are closely related to tea cups and tea. Many of them have faded into the past like so much vapor, while some still hang in the air like smoke. These are still in use by those who still practice the art of daily tea time.How about the expression, "Take tea" which is still heard in old nursery rhymes and repeated by our mothers, who heard our grandmothers say the same thing? Who knows how many generations back it goes? During Victorian days, however, to "take tea" was considered to be quite the rude expression! You "drank tea" back then, if you were a member of the upper crust.Having tea was considered a formal occasion in those days, especially if it took place
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Little Cakes, Muffins, Tea Time
Tea has been around for many centuries and has been used for casual or formal tea parties, or a soothing accompaniment for chats with family and friends. Tea-time is comforting for morning, afternoon or night time rituals to help us to relax. Fortunately, afternoon tea is quickly becoming a new American tradition enjoyed by all generations.Tea parties and afternoon teas are popular throughout the United States and are either casual events for socializing with family and friends or more formalized events for business acquaintances.New tea rooms are opening in every major American city today. They are delightful businesses which serve an assortment of tasty and soothing teas in a beautiful and tranquil environment. These tea rooms also serve delicious luncheons and host birthday parties in a classic fantasy tea party styling for little girls or grown up girls. They serve other delicacies which accompany the many varieties of tea available
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Tea Party Invitations
Afternoon Teas, Classic Fantasy, Tea Time
