You and I are great souls.And we come together for a time.We meet over a cup of tea here on earth.Shall we leave our shell and join with each other?Shall we put down our shield and armor?What will become of us if we do?What horrible fate awaits us if we … Continue reading
The British recently unveiled some sensitive documents from the l950′s, when the threat of nuclear war was being planned for. I recall being in elementary school in the late 1950′s when we’d have drills that required us to duck and hide under our desks, giving the illusion that we would … Continue reading
I just read an article about a group of Japanese researchers that has shown that green tea extract had a significant impact on reducing fatigue in rats. Here’s another thought.It is our wont to pursue the reductionist path to an easier, improved life. But does it really help? Are all … Continue reading
It was an industry off and running by the time George Williamson retired from Assam in 1859. Scores of private entrepreneurs had learned the best tea to plant and the right way to grow and harvest it. The Honorable East India Company had surrendered its Indian prerequisites to the Crown … Continue reading
The last speech tournament of the year is the state championship. Held in mid-April, only the best speakers and debaters in the state earn the privilege to compete over the three days. Our school qualified two debate teams and four individual competitors to compete at this level. Three days of … Continue reading
We’re happy to pass along the opportunity to participate in this exciting video contest which is sponsored by the Tea Association. Get out your videos and throw your hat into the game. They’re looking for creative voices expounding the joys of drinking tea. Here’s a great chance to help spread … Continue reading