26-1) Of course - I was raised to appreciate tea and sympathy. Food solves everyone's problems. Okay, maybe that's not true, but hey, it couldn't hurt! It's the ritual of preparing the food and offering it as a gift to someone else that I enjoy so much. (27-1) I've known my oldest friend, Jan, for over 42 years now. We met in 3rd grade. She's lived in various places around the world (her dh was a West Point grad and career military) but we've always stayed in touch. Funny thing, now she lives just a few miles from me but we're both so busy that it's harder for us to connect here in the same city than it was when she lived in Germany almost 30 years ago! -- Cindy's Cottage

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Date Posted: 11:48:57 09/18/07 Tue
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Elaine
Subject: 26-1) Of course - I was raised to appreciate tea and sympathy. Food solves everyone's problems. Okay, maybe that's not true, but hey, it couldn't hurt! It's the ritual of preparing the food and offering it as a gift to someone else that I enjoy so much. (27-1) I've known my oldest friend, Jan, for over 42 years now. We met in 3rd grade. She's lived in various places around the world (her dh was a West Point grad and career military) but we've always stayed in touch. Funny thing, now she lives just a few miles from me but we're both so busy that it's harder for us to connect here in the same city than it was when she lived in Germany almost 30 years ago!
In reply to: Elaine 's message, "Chapter 25 - Hollow of Flowers" on 22:04:50 09/17/07 Mon

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Tea in a crisis as Casey would say. I automatically put the kettle on when I'm upset. I find tea allows me to sit, calm myself and reflect. It's a wonder drink. (NT) -- celtgirl, 12:06:55 09/18/07 Tue

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