Perusing the Tea

Perusing the tea, what it brings, vitality, refreshing, or tranquility.

tea’s altruistic -
the elixir gives itself
to succor ailments

I warm leaves up when my hands and feet are icy cold. The boil arouses my expectations. The raucous kettle poured over a roomy sachet.

the tea bag’s floating -
my bobbers are on its craft
as the scent surges

My hands rejoice as they gently wrap around the cup and rebound. When the minuet knells, the unfurled dose is tossed and what remains is to be enjoyed in a calm and comfortable setting, ideally with pretty things and perhaps a nibble of treats.

lift from lace doily -
a sip of essential oils
and crumpet or two

What’s better than to sit across from special friends. The setting of a magnolia tea house or with one’s teddy bears.

little ones practice -
imagination infused
with love’s sugar cubes

Perusing the tea, what it brings, essence to our lives.
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Goldsmith Avatar
February 11, 2024 at 8:28 AM
Congratulations...... I enjoyed reading your fun/creative "Tea Time" write. Love your line, "the tea bag’s floating." So True... Have a blessed day with a cup of tea.............
Rodrigues Avatar
February 11, 2024 at 10:35 AM
Thank you, sweet Poet!
Andresen Avatar
February 8, 2024 at 9:24 AM
- Thanks for the tea, Kim ... and congratulations on your win in the contest :) -
Rodrigues Avatar
February 8, 2024 at 5:20 PM
Thank you, Anne-Lise :)
Beaufort Avatar
January 25, 2024 at 12:30 PM
I'm reading this in the context of the previous poem, Deluge of Dew. You're sharing, in words, the experience of something wonderful. I real pleasure to read and feel the joy you feel from one of life's simple pleasures--here if you know where to look. Thanks for sharing as I can practically smell the tea.
Rodrigues Avatar
January 25, 2024 at 1:46 PM
Thanks so much, Duke!
Kulkarni Avatar
January 24, 2024 at 11:55 AM
Tea!!!! Very calming! Loved your poem Kim!!
Rodrigues Avatar
January 25, 2024 at 5:41 AM
Thank you, as Smita!
Brotherton Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 5:27 PM
What a creative Haibun, my friend. Though I prefer iced tea.
Rodrigues Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 5:47 PM
If I drink iced tea, I like it unsweetened. Herbal, Chai, etc… all unsweetened for me. (I guess I’m sweet enough ;)
Poet Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 12:53 PM
Great poem about the soothing and healing nature of tea, as well as the ritual and experience of enjoying a cup of tea, Kim. Your word choice conveys a sense of warmth, comfort, and relaxation. Good luck with the contest and thanks for your comment and favorite on my poem.
Rodrigues Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 3:24 PM
Lasaad, you are always so wonderfully descriptive and complimentary with your comments. I appreciate you.
Andresen Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 12:21 PM
- Reminds me of the time I had a tea party for my dolls... a cute and lovely poem, Kim :) - GL in the contest :) - hugs
Rodrigues Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 12:44 PM
Sounds lovely!
One Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 10:16 AM
Nicely done this is regular occurrence over here and in many tea drinking countries like Asia.. love your choice of words, especially the opening..
Rodrigues Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 11:36 AM
Thank you so much! It is such a nice way to relax or spend time with friends. Hugs
Kendrick Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 1:25 AM
Thanks for sharing this one with us. I don't know if it is for a contest or not, but it reads like a good contender to me. You make drinking a nice cup of hot tea sound so great. Some of those teas made for special times of the time like sleepy time are great. I appreciate all your encouraging visits to my page. Sara K
Rodrigues Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 6:18 AM
Thank you likewise for visiting my page! I appreciate you, Sara!
Hind Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 3:15 PM
I am having traditional black lipton tea now, but I have many favs- orange bengel spice, chamole...(however you spell it)- I like earl gray,,,, <3 Hugs :)
Rodrigues Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 6:15 AM
:)
Hind Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 1:40 PM
This is very cozy and warm, very homey...I enjoyed. I think I'll have a cup of tea right now! :)
Rodrigues Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 2:06 PM
Yay! What kind? Hugs :)
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