Tea + Trees = Happiness

My husband and I cannot think of anything more important for marriage than regular periods that are set aside to relax, reflect and talk together; it really should be daily. For years, we've sat together enjoying a warm cup of tea in the mornings. It started at least a decade ago when my husband worked outside the home- we used to wait until all 5 kids went to school and then we'd sit together with the comforting warmth of tea for however long we had before he left for work. Sometimes it was just thirty minutes, and other times much longer. We reflected on our lives, discussed our plans for the day, shared ideas and hopes, and often just sat in the silence. I swear those tea times were what catapulted us to accomplish so much of our lives- the adoptions, our change in lifestyle, the leap we took half-way across the country.. I hate to think of where we'd be without tea!

Now, my husband and I both work from home and we have the luxury of setting our own hours. We're down to two kids in the home, and they're very independent with a schedule of their own in the mornings. We often sit for hours alone together, just talking every morning. Since moving here to the mountains, we tend to prefer tea outdoors. We don't miss one morning tea, ever, since that would be complete sacrilege! I believe it has helped us stay very connected as a couple. We both wake up very eager to get the dogs and kids settled so we can enjoy that quiet time together.

This morning was especially beautiful outside, so we sat under the trees, soaking up the sunlight and amazing smells after a mountain rain.

Looking up toward the back side of our tiny 12' x 12' cabin

we move these lightweight chairs around the property daily for a different view. Tea with the trees is pure heaven!