Tuesday 8 July 2014

Day 414 - Of Friendships, Gratitude and Blossoms In A Pot


Flowers really speak to me. In the language of beauty, they conjure up stories, evoke memories,convey feelings.  Silently and in a single stalk, we can say I am sorry, I love you or I am really happy for you.


So I picked flowers again for my very belated anniversary presents (in December when I fell off the edge of blog-land)Balls of blossoms in a pot with names like Bliss, Bouquet, Eve and Angels.They were selected for you based on the history we shared, the significance in the name or the state I think you are in. 


When I was in Bangkok last week, I began to receive email from some of you telling me that you have already received my little bundles. 


I hope you have a glass jar or pot or any kind of transparent drinking vessel. You will want to watch the story unfold, trust me. Carefully place the ball of leaves in there before you pour hot water about 30-60 seconds after boiling. Then just put your chin on the table, let the tea steep and watch...


and you will start to hear my feelings, maybe even to a tune.

For the times you were here when I was not,
 for the times you shared when I was, 
for the times you thought of me, 



I thank you.


All over the world, dear friends, we are drinking our teas and thinking of each other, conversing without speaking. What is your flower tea saying today? Will you tell me? 

By the way, don't throw the tea leaves out so soon. Re-brew the tea leaving some water in the pot by adding fresh hot water, 2-3 more times. You can drink it all afternoon as you work on your minis. And of course, you can think of me that while longer. 

27 comments:

Tallulah Belle said...

How very apt you posted this just now. My postman literally arrived 10 minutes ago and I was sitting here with tears in my eyes thinking of you and marveling at what an amazing friendship we have developed over the years without even meeting.

You might not be around much.I might not be around much. We might not speak often. But all the while you are there in my heart and thought of often.

I am so glad I have read this, I will indeed now place my flower in a glass container and watch it bloom.

What powers made you type this up right as I am sitting here thinking of you. And now with even more tears in my eyes.

Susan, you are truly a wonderful person. We WILL meet one day, of that I am sure.

With much love from me xxxxxx

CWPoppets said...

My sister gave me one of these flowers as a gift! They are wonderful to watch.

Vivian Fox said...

That looks amazing..just beautiful.
All the best
Vivian

Margriet said...

Now I know what to do ;-) I've bought a glass teapot especially for your gift...this little wonder must be seen. I'm waiting for my family to be home again and next weekend I will let one of your gifts bloom :-)
Thank you dear Sans, for this thoughtful gift!

BiWuBär said...

That's what I call a thoughtful gift! This is pure beauty... and even more - the receivers will drink pure love and friendship. What could be better? ;O)

Hugs
Birgit

Fabiola said...

Wow! It's wonderful!

The Old Maid said...

Waiting to see it once it comes to me. ;)

Good to read you again dear SS.

Hugs and kisses from all of us to you, we thank you too. :)

Daydreamer said...

Pour Carefully Dear Friends!
I must have poured the water too fast... my "Blossom" separated and floated away from the leaves... Was it trying to Float away on the Ether....???? Escaping the Bonds of Time and Space???? Telling me that I cannot chain even ephemeral Beauty.... blossom or Thought or Feeling... all must flee into the Past....
But the Beauty of the opened leaves and the flavor of the brew carry the strength of Friendship.... even over the Distance and the Time.... even with the blossom fragmented and the petals dispersed....
The leaves, like the Friendship Endure!
Thank you, Dear Sans! for Being there still!
(I will pour more gently with the Angels...!):):):)

Sans! said...

Jayne, I am so moved by your comment..beyond words really. How can we even begin to explain the magic of this community? I no longer question the whys and hows but I revel in it.

Thank you my dear friend and yes, I feel it in my bones that we will meet too.

Enjoy your tea :)

Sans! said...

Christine! I have just left a comment on your blog. I wait for your reply :)

Sans! said...

It is very pretty Vivian! Thanks for popping by.

Sans! said...

Awww Margriet! You know I too have bought myself a special glass t-pot just for these teas. I just love them! I love that your family will enjoy the teas with you.

Like Betsy say, do remember to pour the water gently and not too boiling hot. About 1 minute after the water comes to a boil. Steep it for as long as you wish . I drank my for more than 4 hours :).

Sans! said...

Birgit, be sure to share yours with Mama Silke and your dad and yes, Fluby can watch. teehee :).

It will be so nice to drink it with the flowers in your garden.

Sans! said...

Faby :) yours on the way :)

Sans! said...

Loads of love and kisses to you and mama and papa , Soul Sis.

Can you guess which ones got to you???

Sans! said...

Betsyyyyyy! I am so sorry your petals fell apart and yes, do let me know how Angels look like when it blooms in your pot, ok?

Shucks, got to go...but yes, I will definitely be back.

rosanna said...

Dearie, I am still waiting but you know how Italian mail is.....
I shall lov
Two years ago I made a present of them to a dearest friend who soon after left us, we spent an afternoon watching at the miracle of a flower blooming inside water.
As soon as it will arrive I shall do it with you :o))
Hugs and more hugs, Ro

carmen said...

que hermoso detalle de tu parte...

claude said...

lovely, thank you for sharing

Ilona said...

Hi Susan! Last week I've found mine in the post (as you know ;o), but I also will wait until the weekend for sharing it with my children. It must be a beautiful and such a miraculous show to see :D! Thank you once again for your thoughtful and awesome gift, dear Sans! When I drink my tea with my beloved ones I surely will think of you....
Hugs, Ilona

sylvia said...

Dear Susan,

Thank you so much!!!
They are wonderful

Big hug

Creations by Marie Antoinette and Edie Marie said...

Hello Sweetheart,
What a cool and interesting thing to watch.
I am sorry to get back to you so late. I had a little heart problem to deal with. But I am fine now.
I could not email you, For some reason my puter would not let me get to your email. So here is mine. I will put my address on the return email.
I would love to get something from you. I've always been a fan of yours. I have not been on the puter much and no longer run my blog on my own. Rather you send anything or not...I would love to hear from you.
XXOO Marie Antoinette
tonidolls@hotmail.com
I'm on pinterest also
Marie Whitman

rkramadh said...

What is the name of this blossom and where can one buy them please...........? I love all things nature and this is just wonderous!

Unknown said...

Ma che dolci pensieri! Ed è vero che con i fiori puoi esprimere tanti stati d'animo. Il tuo è uno stato d'animo carico di amore.
Un car abbraccio.Manu

Eva said...

I Willl do it my dear, so happy tha you think on us. ;)
A huge hug and kiss

Remco said...

Thanks my dear, some fun gift
XXXXX

Unknown said...

Dear Sans, today I received your lovely gift. Your idea to take a virtual tea together but is very beautiful! Your words have touched my heart and gladly drink it, thinking about my friend Sans ♥
Hugs.Manu

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