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February 28, 2005
Spicy Lemon
Name: Spicy Lemon
Kathy's Rating: 5.5/10.0
Company: Adagio Teas
Origin of tea: China
Price: $7/5oz (~141.7g)
Tea form: Loose bits of fruit and spices.
What they say: A delicious blend of natural fruits and spices that brews up a mouthwatering cup of herbal tea. Entirely caffeine free, it holds a special appeal for kids and sweet-toothed adults. Yet contains no sugar or other sweeteners. The flavor is all natural, emanating from lemon and orange peels, apples, currants, pineapple, papaya, hibiscus flowers and rosehip peels. Highly addictive; Please proceed with caution!
Preparation method: Pour boiling water over tea. Steep for 6 minutes.
Review: Spicy Lemon is a just above mediocre blend from Adagio. There's nothing spicy about it, and I think Adagio should have added some kumquat bits and perhaps a few peppercorns or ginger to spice it up so that it lives up to its moniker. However, barring that, this was an OK tea. If you're looking for a citrus tea from Adagio, I liked the Blood Orange blend better. Here's a review of it.
Posted by Kathy at 11:00 PM | Permalink
February 26, 2005
The Iron Dragon's Daughter
I've never read anything by Michael Swanwick before. So, I'm glad to say that I have a very good first impression of his work. The Iron Dragon's Daughter is set in an uncertain timeframe that feels somewhat like contemporary times. Actually, because of the existance of fantastical creatures like dwarves and elves, I felt like this setting was more of a 'twilight zone' scenario. This is especially true of the epilogue of the story, which really left me wondering. Nonetheless, this book is a real page turner, at least for me.
The heroine, Jane, is a human changeling, who had been a laborer for as long as she could remember. Jane toils at a dragon factory, and yearns for escape so she can live as she wishes, and get an education as well. Through a series of events, this happens for her, and the rest of the story is about her (mis)adventures as she fights to succeed in this harsh world where the rich and privileged dominates everyone else. There are several themes throughout this book: slavery, child labor, thievery, socioeconomic discrimination, substance abuse, sex, violence, and reincarnation. I'd say this is a very odd mix, but Swanwick manages quite well to meld them together into a story that is Jane's life. One refreshing point is that our heroine is not an overachiever. In fact, Jane is seemingly, a flawed character. I was reading some reader reviews on Amazon, and noticed that some of the readers were ten years old. Although I would recommend this book, there's no way I would suggest that ten year olds read it.
Posted by Kathy at 05:33 PM | Permalink
February 25, 2005
Harold and Kumar go to White Castle
This movie is a barrel of laughs. John Cho is great as Harold, and Kal Penn is a hilarious Kumar. It's helpful to be an Asian or Jewish person when watching this movie because this movie is heavy into racial and cultural stereotyping. However, the stereotyping is done in a light-hearted way, and shouldn't offend anyone.
I wonder how much White Castle paid to have this movie be largely about pursuing their delicious burgers? It's been a while since I've eaten White Castle burgers, but this movie actually made me want to go out and eat the burgers. Anyhow, I could really relate to Harold and Kumar because White Castle burgers were my after school snack of choice between sixth grade and tenth grade. My parents bought the burgers in large quantities to store in the freezer, and it was really easy to take out say, three burgers and nuke them for a few minutes. Presto, (almost) instant snack!
There were parts of this movie where I laughed so hard, my sides hurt. I will definitely be buying a copy of this movie for my collection. Now I just have to tell my brother to watch this, since he lives in the Garden State. I also know people from Cherry Hill, who will probably enjoy this movie. Oh yeah, and look for Doogie Howser's cameo appearance.
Posted by Kathy at 11:40 PM | Permalink
February 24, 2005
Beggars in Spain
I'm a big fan of the science fiction genre. There are some authors that I can relate to more than others, though. That's why I tend to look for science fiction works by female authors whenever possible. I say 'whenever possible' because in sci-fi, female authors are few and far between. That's why it's such a treat when I find one that I really enjoy reading. Nancy Kress is a sci-fi author who fits into that category. I really enjoyed Beggars in Spain.
The premise of this story exists to answer the question of how humans can be more productive if they do not need to sleep. Our heroine, Leisha Camden is genetically different from her twin sister, Alice. Leisha belongs to the 'Sleepless', a group of genetically altered individuals who require no sleep to function normally. As a 'side effect' of sleeplessness, Leisha and other 'Sleepless' are academically more brilliant than normal people, since they are highly productive.
As the 'Sleepless' begin to multiply in numbers, though, there's a lot of resentment from the normal people. Those normal people are thinking, "Why should the Sleepless be allowed to dominate the world?". There's an additional unforseen effect of being Sleepless, though, which I will not disclose in this review. But read the book, and you'll see why this effect opens yet another can of worms for the Sleepless. This book explores issues of genetic engineering, and the social implications that exist with it. Beggars in Spain is the first book of a trilogy, and I will definitely be putting in an order to purchase the other two books. I'm hoping the latter two books will be as spectacular as this one was.
Posted by Kathy at 11:39 PM | Permalink
February 21, 2005
House of Flying Daggers
I finally went to see this movie. There are two things I'm thinking right now: 1) House of Flying Daggers definitely deserves the Academy Awards nomination for 'Best Cinematography', and 2) why the heck was this movie never released in general theatres?
House of Flying Daggers was really a touchingly beautiful and tragic love story between Mei (Zhang Ziyi) and Wind (Takeshi Kaneshiro). This is not a feel-good, fluffy chick flick love story, though. Instead it is the kind of story that shows exactly the strengths and weakness the characters are shaped by. The story itself is unforgettable, even compared with other epic Chinese legendary stories such as Hero and Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon. If you like Chinese martial arts movies, you need to see this one, because the fight scenes are first-rate. I also really enjoyed the choreography of the bamboo forest and the echo game scenes. Be prepared for surprises in plot points, as some things in this movie are not what they seem.
It's really too bad that the general public will not see this movie, since it's only showing in select theatres. This is not a movie to be missed, and I will be purchasing the DVD when it comes out.
Posted by Kathy at 08:08 PM | Permalink
Jasmine Chur Shi Estate
Name: Jasmine Chur Shi Estate
Kathy's Rating: 7.5/10.0
Company: Teavana
Origin of tea: China
Price: $4/2 oz.
Tea form: Loose green tea scented with jasmine blossoms.
What they say: Chinese green tea flavored with jasmine oil and flower petals.
Preparation method: Pour slightly below boiling water over leaves and infuse for 2 - 2.5 minutes.
Review: I am partial to jasmine green teas, and this is a very good tea to try. The taste is clean, with strong floral notes. Be careful not to oversteep, as this tea can turn bitter when infused too long. However, I still prefer the 'pearl' formed jasmine teas over the broken leaf forms. This tea included jasmine flower blossoms, which is very unusual. The traditional method of processing calls for picking the tea leaves out of the blossoms rather than leaving the blossoms in the leaf mixture. Overall, though, I liked this tea quite a bit, and would recommend it to anyone.
Posted by Kathy at 07:27 PM | Permalink
February 20, 2005
Pina Colada
Name: Pina Colada
Kathy's Rating: 6.0/10.0
Company: Adagio Teas
Origin of tea: China
Price: $7/5oz (~141.7g)
Tea form: Loose bits of fruit and spices.
What they say: A delicious blend of natural fruits and spices that brews up a mouthwatering cup of herbal tea. Entirely caffeine free, it holds a special appeal for kids and sweet-toothed adults. Yet contains no sugar or other sweeteners. The flavor is all natural, emanating from a mix of ripe pineapple, savory coconut, fresh apples, rose hip and hibiscus flowers. Highly addictive; Please proceed with caution!
Preparation method: Pour boiling water over tea. Steep for 7 minutes.
Review: I used to love drinking non-alcoholic pina colada 'cocktails' as a kid, and was hoping this tea would invoke that past. To that end, I'm somewhat disappointed. Upon opening the tin, the strong aroma of coconuts seemed promising. Once I infused the tea, though, I realized there was practically no coconut taste to this tea.
That's why this tea didn't get a very high rating. There needs to be more coconut in here! The pineapple bits were a nice touch, and overall, the tea is somewhere between mediocre and good. I'll bet more coconut flavoring will improve things quite a bit. After all, coconut is the strongest component of a non-alcoholic pina colada drink.
Posted by Kathy at 01:25 PM | Permalink
February 19, 2005
Blood Orange
Name: Blood Orange
Kathy's Rating: 6.5/10.0
Company: Adagio Teas
Origin of tea: China
Price: $6/4oz (~113.4g)
Tea form: Loose bits of fruit and spices.
What they say: A delicious blend of natural fruits and spices that brews up a mouthwatering cup of herbal tea. Entirely caffeine free, it holds a special appeal for kids and sweet-toothed adults. Yet contains no sugar or other sweeteners. The flavor is all natural, emanating from orange peels, hibiscus flowers, apple pieces, rose hip and safflower. Highly addictive; Please proceed with caution!
Preparation method: Pour boiling water over tea. Steep for 7 minutes.
Review: I was thinking of the review I wrote a while back on Tazo's Wild Sweet Orange herbal infusion as I was preparing this tea, so I was ready to be disappointed. The question in my mind was - should I even bother to try this? Well, I'm glad I did. This orange infusion was tons better than Tazo's blend.
For starters, the orange was actually a bit sweet, not citric acid sour. I think the apple and orange peel bits complimented the blood orange flavor. If I was a bigger citrus herbal tea fan, I would have definitely rated this tea higher, but coming from me, a 6.5/10.0 is a high rating for a citrus tea.
Posted by Kathy at 11:25 AM | Permalink
February 18, 2005
Chamomile
Name: Chamomile
Kathy's Rating: 6.0/10.0
Company: Adagio Teas
Origin of tea: China
Price: $6/4oz (~113.4g)
Tea form: Loose chamomile blossoms.
What they say: Chamomile is one of the oldest garden herbs, whose reputation as a medicinal plant shows little signs of abatement. Considered a universal remedy by the ancient Egyptians, Chamomile continues to be used today to battle illness, promote calm and relieve anxiety at bedtime. As a tisane (herbal tea), it is naturally caffeine-free. The finest varieties of Chamomile, of which our tea is great example, continue to come from Egypt. If you have yet to try it, you'll be pleasantly surprised by its superior flavor.
Preparation method: Pour boiling water over tea. Steep for 7 minutes.
Review: I haven't had a great experience with chamomile teas in the past. There's something about chamomile that makes the infusion taste flat and bland. I think chamomile is much better as a small note to a more flavorful base. That said, Adagio's chamomile tea is not bad at all, considering my past experiences.
That's not to say I thought this tea was spectacular - just that I thought it better than most chamomiles. That's why I rated this herbal tea a 6.0/10.0. Better than mediocre, but not drink-several-cups better. If you're a chamomile fan, you should definitely try this tea, though.
Posted by Kathy at 11:15 PM | Permalink
February 17, 2005
Suikoden IV
I recently finished playing Suikoden IV, and it was awesome. The Suikoden series are my all-time favorite RPGs, and I always can't wait for the next US release. Usually I buy it on the day it comes out, and spend the next 40 hours or so playing it. If you know me, you know how important food is to me. Well, I will skip meals to play Suikoden without breaking. This time, I waited until after ShmooCon to buy the game, because I knew I wouldn't have the discipline to not play the game if it was in the house, and there was a lot of work to do to get ready for ShmooCon.
Overall, I still liked Suikoden II the best. I have memorized the Kobold dance, and if you've played the game, you'll know exactly what I'm talking about. But, Suikoden IV is better than III, which I thought was just OK. Other people thought III's trinity system was annoying because each of the three main characters had to be brought through the same scene. If you've never heard of Suikoden, and you like turn-based RPGs, run out and pick them up! You can tell me what you think of the Kobold dance.
Posted by Kathy at 08:52 PM | Permalink
Yin-Hao Special Grade Jasmine
Name: Yin-Hao Special Grade Jasmine
Kathy's Rating: 7.0/10.0
Company: Tealuxe
Origin of tea: China
Price: $10/50g (~1.8oz)
Tea form: Loose jasmine scented green tea.
What they say: The choicest of the standard grades of Jasmine tea. Delicate flavor with a natural sweetness that is enhanced by the subtle aroma of the finest Jasmine flowers.
Preparation method: Pour slightly below boiling water onto tea and steep for 3 minutes.
Review: There are so many jasmine teas out there that I should try and clarify for tea newbies. First of all, most Chinese jasmine teas are green tea based. There are some black tea based jasmine teas, but the greens are the most well-known. Among green jasmine teas, there are the rolled gunpowder (or pearl) forms, and there are the loose-leaf forms. The loose-leaf form can vary from higher quality whole or near-whole leaves to lower-quality broken pieces of leaves.
This jasmine green tea falls in the loose-leaf form category. If you order jasmine green tea in a Chinese restaurant, you'll likely get this type of tea, assuming you get loose tea and not teabags. To me, there's a comforting sense about this tea, because it evokes memories of dimsum feasts. How does this tea rank? Pretty well, although definitely not up to the quality of pearl jasmine green teas. The jasmine scent isn't quite as intense or multi-dimensional as I'd like, but it's fairly decent, which is why I gave it a 7.0/10.0. If you're interested in pearl jasmine green teas, check out my TenRen review or Tealuxe review on them. They're both equally good, if not equally priced.
Posted by Kathy at 07:51 PM | Permalink
February 13, 2005
Thai Tea Blend
Name: Thai Tea Blend
Kathy's Rating: 7.5/10.0
Company: Teavana
Origin of tea: Africa and Sri Lanka
Price: $5.50/2 oz.
Tea form: Loose black tea with rooibos, coconut, almonds, and vanilla flavoring.
What they say: A delightful Thai restaurant blend of black and red teas, Hawaiian coconut pieces, almonds, and authentic Madagascar vanilla beans. Enjoy this delicious tea chilled with milk and Rock Cane Sugar.
Preparation method: Pour boiling water over leaves and infuse for 4 minutes.
Review: I'm a big fan of Thai iced tea drinks, so I was really looking forward to trying this Teavana blend. It was actually really good. Although it doesn't taste exactly like the tea mix used at Thai restaurants, it's very, very close. This is the kind of tea that would be great with sugar, ice, and cream in the summertime. I rated this tea a 7.5/10.0, which is a good rating. If you're a fan of coconut and vanilla (who isn't?), definitely try this tea. It's almost like having dessert.
Posted by Kathy at 03:09 PM | Permalink
February 12, 2005
Valentines Tea
Name: Valentines Tea
Kathy's Rating: 8.5/10.0
Company: Adagio Teas
Origin of tea: Sri Lanka
Price: $6/4oz (~113.4g)
Tea form: Loose Sri Lankan (Ceylon) black tea with rose petals.
What they say: What could be better than a chocolate-dipped strawberry for your Valentine? Simple: The rich taste of dark chocolate and fresh summer strawberries, without love handles! Our new, improved formulation of the amorously rich Valentine's Day Tea has the tantalizing taste without guilt that usually follows. With delicate rose petals and sweet strawberry pieces, your Valentine is sure to fall in love.
Preparation method: Pour boiling water over tea. Steep for 5 minutes.
Review: First of all, I'm not really a big fan of Valentine's Day. It's a marketing ploy to boost lackluster profits following the holiday month of December. That said, I still couldn't resist posting something having to do with Valentine's Day for those who would indulge in the event.
Back in January, when I ordered Adagio Tea's entire herbal line to sample and write reviews on them, I also received a free sample of Valentines Tea. I figured I'd wait until around Valentine's Day to write a review about it. So here it is.
This is a black tea scented with chocolate, and interlaced with rose petals - very appropriate for Valentine's Day. Upon opening the tin, this tea earned my approval with its enticing, rich, dark chocolate aroma. I hoped then, the taste would also wow me. Well, wow me it did. Drinking the tea reminded me of really good 60-70% cacao content chocolate, which I love to eat. You really have to try the tea to believe it, so I suggest getting online and ordering some for yourself, especially if you're a dark chocolate fan.
Note: I noticed that Adagio Teas changed the formulation of this tea by adding strawberry bits. I have no idea how this alters the overall flavor of the tea. You should keep in mind that my review is based on the old formulation, which looks to be just like the new blend, without the strawberries. I'm not sure what they're thinking at Adagio Teas, but I certainly would not mess with something that already works.
Posted by Kathy at 09:33 AM | Permalink
February 10, 2005
Green Tea Mojo
Name: Green Tea Mojo
Kathy's Rating: 6.0/10.0
Company: Teavana
Origin of tea: Sri Lanka, Japan
Price: $5/2 oz.
Tea form: Loose Sri Lankan black and Japanese sencha green tea with fruity and floral bits.
What they say: Full-leaf Ceylon black and Japanese Sencha green tea mixed with cactus blossoms, guava, strawberry, raspberry, rhubarb and sunflower petals.
Preparation method: Pour slightly boiling water over leaves and infuse for 2-2.5 minutes.
Review: This is an interesting blend of teas, but I thought Teavana way over-scented the fruity component of the blend. The guava was overwhelming here, and felt cloying. Also, I thought rhubarb was a very strange ingredient to add in a tea. Clearly, I never did understand why rhubarb and strawberries had to be combined in so many recipes. I think strawberries should stand alone.
Anyhow, although guava was a key component of Teavana's Empress of China blend, it was used to better effect there. This is because Empress of China has a black tea base, which is more complimentary with the intense fruity tones of the guava. For the record though, I still thought there was too much guava in Empress of China.
In a mostly green tea base such as Green Tea Mojo, the fruity component should be light, so that the delicate taste of the green tea isn't overwhelmed. That is why I didn't rate Green Tea Mojo as highly as I rated Empress of China. If you're interested, you can read my review of Empress of China here.
Posted by Kathy at 10:09 PM | Permalink
February 09, 2005
Keemun Supreme
Name: Keemun Supreme
Kathy's Rating: 5.5/10.0
Company: Tealuxe
Origin of tea: China
Price: $10/50g (~1.8oz)
Tea form: Loose black tea.
What they say: Keemun is the famous China "Red" tea. The small, tightly rolled, high-grade leaves yield a mighty rich brew.
Preparation method: Pour boiling water onto tea and steep for 3 minutes.
Review: This is a fairly typical Chinese black tea. I should mention that the Chinese actually call black tea 'red' tea, while the Western world thinks of red tea as rooibos, which is actually not made from Camellia sinenesis. This can be confusing to tea newbies.
The taste of Keemun Supreme is very bold, with almost a coffee-like liquor. Somehow, I thought this was kind of a ho-hum tea, so I rated it just above mediocre. This tea is probably the closest to being an English breakfast tea of all the Chinese black teas I've tried. I'm definitely interested in picking up some other Keemun teas from various merchants, just to see how this particular one ranks against them. Stay tuned for more Keemun tea reviews.
Posted by Kathy at 09:54 PM | Permalink
February 07, 2005
Fruit Medley
Name: Fruit Medley
Kathy's Rating: 4.0/10.0
Company: Adagio Teas
Origin of tea: China
Price: $7/5oz (141.7g)
Tea form: Loose bits of fruits and spices.
What they say: A delicious blend of natural fruits and spices that brews up a mouthwatering cup of herbal tea. Entirely caffeine free, it holds a special appeal for kids and sweet-toothed adults. Yet contains no sugar or other sweeteners. The flavor is all natural, emanating from a mix of raspberry, strawberry, hibiscus flowers, blackberry, apples, rose hips, elderberry and bilberry. Highly addictive; Please proceed with caution!
Preparation method: Pour boiling water over tea. Steep for 7 minutes.
Review: I just don't get it about Adagio Teas. On one hand, I know they are capable of producing sophisticated herbal blends. Foxtrot, which I reviewed here, comes to mind. On the other hand, Adagio has produced some of the most unpleasant herbal blends I have ever tried. Fruit Medley, Dewy Cherry, Strawberry Patch, and Apple Cantata are all pretty bad. I haven't gotten to Berry Blast yet, but I'm not holding my breath.
Fruit Medley tastes like a hot, watered-down Kool-Aid fruit punch mix, without the sugar. The color of the infusion is bright red too. All in all, this blend just seems very amateurish. Maybe that's what this is - a child's tea. My suggestions for improving this tea? Tone down the red color. If I wanted bright colors, I'd buy a pack of Gobstoppers. Also, go lighter on the acidic notes, which means reducing on the rosehips and tart berries. Instead, add some coconut, pear, or rooibos to 'sweeten' the blend.
Posted by Kathy at 10:02 PM | Permalink
February 06, 2005
Pear & Pomegranate
Name: Pear & Pomegranate
Kathy's Rating: 6.5/10.0
Company: Tealuxe
Origin of tea: China
Price: $5/50g (1.76oz)
Tea form: Loose pear and pomegranate flavored black tea.
What they say: A blend of China black tea with natural fruit flavors and scents. Pomegranates with a tart but fresh taste and pears produce a sweet, light flavor. The two working together yield a truly singular effect. A sophisticated blend that can be enjoyed any time of day. Exceptional with dessert.
Preparation method: Pour boiling water over tea. Steep for 4 minutes.
Review: Tealuxe is usually pretty good at creating fruit blends. This tea is no exception to that norm. Pear & Pomegranate has a smooth, slightly fruity taste that is mostly pear. I could not really taste the pomegranate at all. This is really a pear black tea.
As far as the black tea component goes, it's not of the highest quality. But then again, why use the highest quality black leaf tea, just to have that taste overpowered by the pear? Still, I can't help but wonder what a pear infused Tippy Yunnan would be like? Probably even better than this still pretty decent blend.
Posted by Kathy at 09:48 PM | Permalink
February 03, 2005
Foxtrot
Name: Foxtrot
Kathy's Rating: 8.0/10.0
Company: Adagio Teas
Origin of tea: China
Price: $6/3oz (~85.0g)
Tea form: Loose chamomile flowers, rooibos, and bits of peppermint leaves.
What they say: Like the dance that inspired its name, our Foxtrot tea is an overnight success that will leave you giddy with joy. It is an herbal cocktail of Egyptian chamomile, South African Rooibos and fresh peppermint leaves. A soothing blend of familiar tastes that produces a pleasantly original combination. It is entirely caffeine-free. The spring in your step is due entirely to its enticing taste.
Preparation method: Pour boiling water over tea. Steep for 7 minutes.
Review: This is quite a sophisticated herbal tea blend. I'm not a huge fan of chamomile, but the rooibos and peppermint managed to mask the taste of chamomile blossoms. The whole infusion has a sweet, almost vanilla-based taste, which I liked very much. The peppermint punctuates the overall taste in an invigorating way. If you've been reading my earlier reviews of Adagio Tea's herbal infusions, you'll see that this is the first herbal infusion of Adagio's I rated quite highly. I'm happy to give credit where it's due, and this tea definitely earned its rating.
Posted by Kathy at 02:05 PM | Permalink
February 02, 2005
Young Hyson
Name: Young Hyson
Kathy's Rating: 5.5/10.0
Company: Tealuxe
Origin of tea: China
Price: $5/50g (~1.8oz)
Tea form: Loose green tea.
What they say: China green tea with a natural plum-like sweetness. Steep only about two minutes.
Preparation method: Pour slightly below boiling water onto tea and steep for 4 minutes.
Review: Supposedly, this is a popular Chinese green tea. The "young" part of the tea moniker is due to the fact that the leaves are picked before the spring rainy season. Regular Hyson - as opposed to Young Hyson - is considered to be inferior in quality.
I thought this was a rather mediocre tea. It's fairly bold for a green tea, but not in an impressive way. If just seemed to me like this is a bold tea that falls flat on its face in terms of taste. In terms of Chinese green teas, Dragonwell has so much more character than Young Hyson. If you're interested, I even have a couple of reviews on Dragonwell here and here.
Posted by Kathy at 09:54 PM | Permalink
February 01, 2005
Pouchong Bao Lao
Name: Pouchong Bao Lao
Kathy's Rating: 6.5/10.0
Company: Tealuxe
Origin of tea: China
Price: $10/50g (~1.8oz)
Tea form: Loose pouchong oolong tea.
What they say: Pouchong tea is slightly oxidized, producing a taste that is slightly "oolong." Our BAO LAO is exceptional with a strong vegetal flavor. Brew traditionally or Gung Fu style.
Preparation method: Pour slightly below boiling water onto tea and steep for 4 minutes.
Review: The term "pouchong" is used to describe the least oxidized variety of oolong teas. So, this tea is an oolong tea, which undergoes an oxidation process somewhere between black and green teas. Keep in mind that black teas are fully fermented before drying, while green tea is not allowed to ferment before drying.
This is a difficult tea to rate. I liked the light, clean taste of this tea, but there's not a lot of character to it. It's good, but not remarkable. So, I gave this tea a 6.5/10.0 because while I thought it was good, I didn't think it merited a higher rating. Pouchongs are probably a good place to start if you're a beginning oolong tea drinker.
Posted by Kathy at 08:43 PM | Permalink