IngenuiTEA, get it!?

We drink a lot of tea at the Hesson Haus. I usually find great teas at World Market or even Gucci Brookshires, but over the last year or so, I've been branching out and getting a better idea of what kinds of tea I really like. I really like white tea and I am a big fan of black tea, but not green tea. I can't quite tell you [in a terribly knowledgeable way] why, other than to say ... that's just what I like. I also really like roobios blends! Brandon's favorite is green tea, in any form. I've found that the more you branch out, the more important it is to try loose tea, so you can experiment with the strength and flavor blends to find your favorite.

Making a cup with loose tea is a bit messy, usually. I have a medieval-esque ball and chain steeper that I use quite often, but I found something truly amazing lately, so I thought I'd share! I present to you; my kick-ass purchase the week ...

Great teas! Try Wm. Hooper's Blend or Marie Antoinette. Delicious! Adagio has wonderful teas as well, I'm a big fan of both of these companies. I just love Old Wilmington because it reminds me of my first trip to see the Atlantic Ocean.

 

Remember my amaze-balls teapot!? Still my number one purchase of 2011.

 Mmm, yummy tea awaits.

:: click :: No, way!

Yes, way. Get your very own from Adagio Teas or stop by Sunshine Health Foods on Youree.

[disclaimer; don't make your tea this strong unless you're used to it! This went over ice and I added mint, which is why it looks so black. Good luck!]

Officially Happy

My favorite show ... in it's entirety! Eeeeeeeeeeeek!

From Brandon! ♥

None of this makes sense ...

I have new followers! Thanks! I'll try and be more clever and fun so it is worth it. This week, I am taking my little Zombees to A Very Merry Market in Alexandria. After that I'll be draped in pink for Christie's wedding on Saturday and more than likely hungover on Sunday. If I can make it through all of this, I promise to become more interesting as a blogger. I have some great ideas lined up including a shoe showcase and a series of style blogs where I shop for some pieces and style my friends for blog pictures. I'm really excited about that. And then there is always Halloween!  I'm so excited about the party!

Here are some things inspiring me lately ... and yes, even my BED is Halloween-ie! ♥