Sometimes I just crave that elation that you get from experiencing a great tea: tealation. So earthy, flavorful yet neutral, nourishing and calming, I have no trouble finding time for a simple brew. Pouring tea fits into every day, any day, and every feeling. Drinking it alone can be contemplative while enjoying it with others stimulates conversation and connection.
Tea can be humbling. It is so deeply rooted in culture, tied to the human experience. While brewing it last night, I couldn't help but think how many other appreciative people have enjoyed the light Bai Mudan from China's Northern Fujian province before me. Tea is strongly interwoven with history and past experience, yet I can find small nuances in my own cup.
Before I began drinking tea, I wouldn't have expected the physical and mental benefits of it. In the morning it is neutralizing and preparatory for the mind, in the afternoon it is stimulating, and in the evening it brings happy post-dinner chatter with friends. Whatever it may be, I'm always looking for that tea feeling.
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