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American Tea

The time honored tradition of English tea,

So unlike American morning coffee,

Always in a mug—to start the day.

 

English tea is in the afternoon—

More like the Japanese tea ceremony

To give a ritual presence to life.

 

The saucer so important to balance the cup.

Americans find the saucer a nuisance.

It’s what is in the cup that matters.

 

Even the English drink coffee in the morning,

American tea is at lunch—and iced—

Ritual presence not forgotten—just ignored

 

Americans drink tea in mugs.

Mugs don’t need saucers.






 

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  1. AnonymousMay 1, 2021 at 9:00 AM

    Our cultural rituals. Always liked the idea of British High Tea with little sandwiches and deserts.

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    1. CurranJune 27, 2021 at 8:57 AM

      If you are ever near The Huntington Library in Pasadena, do their High Tea. Admission to the park plus reservations are essential. Plus while you are there you can read a page from Shakespeare's First Folio...under glass and heavily guarded...

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