As cute as my little beans are, being a mama is tough work. Each and every day is peppered with breathtakingly adorable moments like this one, but there are indeed times when the work of mothering becomes an endurance test that could take down any Iron Man competitor. Easily.
A friend once told me that “raising children is like being pecked to death by chickens”.
Exercises in deep breathing are essential, hiding in the bathroom at times with a stash of chocolate also helps.
In honor of myself and mothers everywhere, I have composed a new tea blend this week that is sure to inspire strength, a sense of calm, and a tiny moment of bliss when you really, really need it. This is a light blend, made with organically grown white tea, lavender, and rose.
It smells like heaven and almost involuntarily prompts those deep breaths. Kind of a mama time out.
The tea will be hitting the pages of my etsy shop very soon, but first it needs a name. Something elegant and representative of the honor and beauty of motherhood. Something that sounds relaxing. Something this mother of a teether is too tired to come up with at the moment, so I think it’s time for a good old fashioned giveaway!
Leave a comment here or on Facebook if you have an idea, or leave a comment anyway if you’d like to try it and are too tired to think of a name. Either way. The winner will be chosen randomly and announced on Tuesday, May 11 sometime before I drag my weary self into bed. Prize includes two reusable teabags made from organic unbleached cotton, two ounces of this beautiful handcrafted tea, and a little satchel made from vintage fabric. Oh, and a set of chopsticks of course.
Thank you and good luck!
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I love the fabric and am 15 wks pregnant with my first child. I enjoy reading your posts and seeing your work. I will ponder the idea of a name…but honestly can't think of anything at the moment. Happy Mother's Day!
congrats, amber!!! blessings to you and your sweet little terror on the way!
Hi Julie what a wonderful giveaway ….. How about calling the tea Mothers Moment
ummm,Mellow Mama Tea…I can't think of anything. I think I spent to much time in the sun today…:) Happy Mother's Day Julie!
hahaha–I can't think of anything either! you never know what will create a spark though…
Way too much high fructose today to think:) How 'bout "Go away and leave mommy alone to drink her tea!", tea
"In the Moment" tea or "Mama's Moment?"
hi julie- annabelle is looking just too cute (and mischevious!) these days.
i’d call the tea “time out tea” or “Mom’s time out”. Cause sometimes mommy needs a time out, too.
xoxox
linda
good call! i was thinking “mama luv”
and is your daughter named annabelle? bc my eldest is an annabelle!
xo
“you go to the corner and I will make some tea”, “look mommy!”
or “don’t worry, one day they will grow up”
hahaha I don’t know, I am not a mother, so I guess i still don’t get the stress needed to come up with something good,
but I will blog about your giveaway!
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good luck and thanks!!!
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How about Mama’s Blissful Blend. The tea sounds divine.
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What about “take a moment tea” ?
thanks for the chance!
eli. x
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Sounds yummy delicious!! I would call it “tranquil bliss”, I can see it now, a freshly brewed cup of tranquil bliss, sittin on the back porch ~alone~ just me and the breeze flowing through the trees, a few birds tweeting in the background, watching the children nap on a blanket in the grass, taking a few moments to reflect on the day and rejuvenate myself for the rest of it! ahh the life!! WOW, when does it hit the shop? I need some!!!
Good luck Mama! Sounds like a great tea, and thank you for incorporating the organic teas!
debby, that makes me want to drink it all day long! what a beautiful description.
You can use it if you like!! Enjoy your day.
how about “Moi Melangez” because it is ONLY for you and the moment you are enjoying it. it’s easy to neglect yourself, while taking care of every one else. personally, every time i drink tea i consider it an investment in myself.
fly high girl!
“Lavender Bliss”….”Moment in Time”…..”Tranquil Escape”…give the kiddies a grandma hug from me….i can hardly wait to try the new blend…love ~ mom (please void me
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Blessed Be. That what it sounds like to me. A moment of pure Blessings.