L Milton Hankins Poet Sonnet

My Cup of Tea

May I suggest trying a strong cup of tea
When I am distraught, my go-to remedy
A soothing tincture for the addled brain
After a cup or two, I really can’t complain.
I shall take the English at their word
A spot of tea, especially in the afternoon,
Can shed new light on the simply absurd
Restore to normality quicker than soon.

Nothing so hits the spot, I’ve found it so
I enjoy trying the hundreds of varieties
From around the civilized world, though
I most appreciate the Wuyi Oolong teas.
Relaxing, this grand old custom, you know
If you try it, on you it will certainly grow.

Written October 3, 2022

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Caren Krutsinger October 4, 2022 at 9:10 AM I have to wonder now if this is a sweet tea "I most appreciate the Wuyi Oolong teas." because I have no idea. L Milton Hankins October 4, 2022 at 11:18 AM Truthfully, I've never tasted Wuyi Oolong tea unless I did so in a Chinese restaurant. It worked so well in the poem. If I identify it, I'll share the info with you.

Linda Alice Fowler October 4, 2022 at 7:32 AM Love this poem and love tea - served with scones and clotted cream. Wow, what an olfactory and gustative trip! Excellent Linda L Milton Hankins October 4, 2022 at 11:19 AM Oh, I'm glad you enjoyed it, Linda. Thanks for your comment.

Mike Gentile October 4, 2022 at 4:32 AM Your cup of tea is shared by many Milt! What an enjoyable read this morning with my coffee ( sorry!) but tea for me in the evening is great. I think you constructed this very well! Happy Tuesday! L Milton Hankins October 4, 2022 at 11:19 AM Thank you so much, Mike. Hope you are having a marvelous afternoon.

Harry Horsman October 3, 2022 at 8:12 PM Excellent sonnet, Milton, love the subject and the weaving of your words. Harry L Milton Hankins October 3, 2022 at 9:21 PM Thank you so much, harry. Nice to hear from you, and I really appreciate your compliment.

Eve Roper October 3, 2022 at 6:51 PM Give me a cold glass of ice tea and it sweetness my soul. or Chinese warm tea with mar far chicken :) L Milton Hankins October 3, 2022 at 7:03 PM You got it, Eve. Thanks for the read and for comment.

Ilene Bauer October 3, 2022 at 2:12 PM I’m a coffee person myself, Milton, but I will have a cuppa occasionally in the afternoon. Nice job! L Milton Hankins October 3, 2022 at 3:04 PM Thanks, Ilene. Oh, I must have my coffee first thing in the morning. Tea doesn't come until later in the afternoon, just like for you. I have tea less now that I have to watch my sugar.

Michael Tor October 3, 2022 at 1:52 PM I will have to try this version Milton Wuyi Oolong my wife has had it I haven't yet. Tea is a wonderful beverage to enjoy. Thanks for sharing... L Milton Hankins October 3, 2022 at 3:06 PM Thanks for your splendid, thoughtful comment, Michael. I don't drink as much tea as I used to. I have to watch my sugar, and I prefer my tea with sugar.