Clouds filled the sky for most of the day. Rain is expected overnight and into tomorrow. The air cooled dramatically by late afternoon. A friend and I went for a walk and planned to have tea on the patio, but since it looked like rain, that wasn't open today. So, we walked back down Main Street and got something to takeout from a coffee shop. We had a great chat over tea and goodies. I took out some more bags of magazines for the recycling pickup tomorrow. I encountered a few small raindrops during the process, but had to wear a light jacket as it was quite cool by then.
The tea break this afternoon marked the first time in a few week since my friend and I got together to chat. The act of sharing a cup of tea (or coffee for those so inclined) can be soothing. It provides time to talk about life with all its pearls and foibles. It brings catharsis.It cements friendships. There is great power in the social ritual of sharing food and beverages.
This pondering brought a song to mind -- one that extols the virtues of tea. <smile> Keep safe. Enjoy!
Have a Cuppa Tea -- The Kinks
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