When life gets a little too hectic for me I tend to resort to my usual comforts. A good book. A cozy bed. Music. Or in many instances, tea. Tea for me is a source of calm and happiness. It allows me to slow down for a moment and just enjoy the simple pleasure of drinking my favorite beverage. It's not a get up and go drink. It's a sit down and relax drink. It's a clear your mind drink. I love it.
I remember as a kid, drinking tea in the morning. The routine was pretty consistent, no matter what I had for breakfast. It brings back memories of the way my father used to make my tea (milk and sugar, not too hot, not too cold). It brings back memories of my mom and sisters and brother. The smell of plantains frying and eggs scrambling. Dumplings with syrup and the promise of Saturday morning cartoons. It reminds me of a time in my life when I didn't have to worry about anything other than my homework. So it's only natural that I choose tea for day two of my 100 happy days challenge.
Sunday, a good friend of mine celebrated her 29th birthday and I was lucky enough to share in the experience with her. Marsha and I have known each other since high school and ever since then we have remained good friends. Even when we were focused on separate paths in our lives, when we met up it felt as if nothing had changed. I truly believe that is what friendship is about. It's about being at such a level of comfort with someone that no matter how infrequently you may talk to each other or how far you live from one another, when you get together, you pick up where you left off. I'm truly blessed to have this wonderful woman as a friend. We celebrated her birthday with a lovely brunch followed by karaoke. I painted her a picture of the Eiffel Tower. I love this girl!
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