This week I discovered a package of loose Darjeeling tea in the far
reaches of my armoire. As I haven't been to England to shop in Harrods
(or their Heathrow Airport shop) I must have bought this tea at least three
years ago, the last time I was able to travel to the UK. Actually the Best By
date was 2020 which is now part of the more serious early COVID history
days and months. Anyway, I opened it one afternoon and having been
stored double sealed, in a dark place, it tasted just fine.
While sipping tea I tried to wipe sad thoughts of another week of
war - yes that's what it is - and the devastation of Ukraine and its
innocents seen each day on the TV or computer screen.
I also thought about each of you who sent kind words to Bob and
myself in regard to our health blips, which are quite insignificant
compared to what so many men, women and children are facing
in Ukraine. We thank you so much and are managing well.
I haven't strayed far from the comfort of home this week.
Things were somewhat off kilter, with expected visitors unable to
make it - but at least the house got a little much-needed extra
dusting and titivating.
More low-sodium recipes were pulled together which meant a lot
of healthy veggie chopping, but we ate less, and drank nothing
stronger than water! This afternoon I'm trying my hand at a fish
stew with haddock, salmon and clams - will get back later to
share the results.
I'm thrilled with how they look and the entire job was done so well.
Currently hanging in the bedroom, I'm considering moving it to the
lower stairwell later.
Below is a close up of the antiqued wood frame I chose as I
thought it perfect with the 1927 trade cards which are
showing some age.
The weekend is upon us and it will be a very cold one - a fire on our hearth
the next few nights. Many of you here in the east are in the path of even more
severe weather with a possibility of more snow - definitely not springtime yet!
Take care and stay safe.
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Glad your health sounds to be imptoving both of you. Also I am admiring the bird prints and especially the appropriate frames. Take care.
ReplyDeleteThat tea sounds wonderful. Glad to hear you and Bob are managing well. Stay warm! xo
ReplyDeleteYour birds look delightful.
ReplyDeleteYour birds look lovely in their new home, Mary! I've just caught up with your recent news about dear Bob and hope all is well in that department. I had to look up DASH plan as I'd never heard of it but I can't imagine you won't be able to construct delicious food with your creative spirit - not to mention with the aid of your many new cookbooks!
ReplyDeleteSlow stewing is a very satisfying way of cooking old, cheap or left over pieces of food in one pot. My mother used to put the pot in a low oven on Friday after work, to be eaten by the entire family for Saturday lunch. Perfect!
ReplyDeleteI look forward to your report on fish stew.
Both Brian and I love all kind of different teas. I'm mostly into greens and herbals; Brian's favorite is Earl Grey. I've found some interesting blends both at HomeGoods and TJ Maxx. I picked up a green jasmine pear from Australia the other day at HG.
ReplyDeleteYour framed bird print is gorgeous!
That tea was a nice surprise find!
ReplyDeleteThe framed bird prints look as beautiful as I imagined.
Sorry to read that your visitors couldn‘t make it.
Weather-wise, we have entered a period of mild, largely sunny weather; everything is just waiting to burst into bloom!
The arrangement of the birds is very pretty, Mary!
ReplyDeleteAnd I am glad to hear that both of you are better in health now.
I wish you a beautiful weekend!
Love those birds! I just love green tea, thats my cup of tea :)
ReplyDeleteHave a beautiful Saturday and take care...
Titti
The framing of the bird pictures was the perfect choice!
ReplyDeleteJeannette
Oh, the framed birds look fabulous!
ReplyDeleteWracking my brain to think if I have had Darjeeling, I think I haven't! I need to get around to that!