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lunamoth · 08-02-2006, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Phyllis Sidhe_Uaine

I meant the "generic style" tea (most widely known is Lipton "Brisk" tea) not bagged tea in general. It's just that most of my favorites aren't available prebagged most of the time (like Gunpowder Green, Sow Mee White, Russian Caravan, Jasmine Pearl, Hyssop, etc.)

I have a special blend I drink for nervousness: it is a blend of chamomile, rose hips, lavendar, mint, hibiscus and lemon balm. It calms the butterflies and lunamoths that get active just before an oral presentation or some other "public appearance" (esp. before a government official.) I chew ginger instead of drinking it (I have to pick up another four cups of ginger from my favorite bulk spice shop here in town. *makes note*)

Phyllis Sidhe_Uaine

lunamoths love ginger, and wasabi...

flowperson · 08-03-2006, 12:04 AM

MMMMMMMMMMMMMMM.....!!!!!!!!

flow....

BTW Luna, have you seen the "Lunesta" (sleeping pills) adverts on the tube? I believe that you should file some sort of infringement suit, but I wouldn't know what kind.

InLove · 08-03-2006, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by flowperson

BTW Luna, have you seen the "Lunesta" (sleeping pills) adverts on the tube? I believe that you should file some sort of infringement suit, but I wouldn't know what kind.

LOL! Haven't I mentioned the Lunesta ad to you before, Luna? I never see it without thinking of lunamoth.

Regarding teas--anyone here like passionflower?

IP,
IL

lunamoth · 08-03-2006, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by InLove

LOL! Haven't I mentioned the Lunesta ad to you before, Luna? I never see it without thinking of lunamoth.

Regarding teas--anyone here like passionflower?

IP,
IL

Hi LinLove, I have seen those Lunesta ads.

Even better, there is a woman's nutrition bar called: Luna.

They're pretty good and are a good source of Calcium. I hate eating Tums.

luna

Phyllis Sidhe_Uaine · 08-03-2006, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by lunamoth

lunamoths love ginger, and wasabi...

*Phyllis Sidhe_Uaine glances around, :kitty:-like, before pouncing the wasabi, devouring every last bit*

I have been known to eat wasabi paste straight (my former Japanese professor can attest to that. [

on her part,

on mine.])

Phyllis Sidhe_Uaine

juantoo3 · 08-04-2006, 02:56 AM

Hello briefly to all!

Quick hello to InLove, great to see you back around! I noticed Abogado is around once again too, I always did like his posts.

Has anyone seen PathOfOne lately?

Anyway, yes InLove, I have heard of Passionflower, it is a favorite of mine. It is a vine that grows a most unusual flower, said by some to represent the Passion of Christ (off the top of my head, the three nails, the twelve apostles, and I forget the remaining symbology). Very pretty flower. Anyway, I had not heard it could be drank as a tea, but I do understand the leaves can be dried and smoked, not unlike Coltsfoot. It has a mild analgesic effect (so I've been told

).

Just wanted to let everyone know I am alive and well, and still lurking. QiuYan has gone to bed a little early. She has been working her tail off making something presentable of my (now former) bachelor pad. I had hoped to complete the reconstruction of my living room before her arrival, unfortunately only got as far as painting the walls and ceiling. Started putting down floor tiles tonight, got about halfway done before I decided to call it a night.

Anyway, I hope everybody is well and good and as blessed as they understand. I'll be back around, just can't say when...

Until then, peace to all on yoru journies!

lunamoth · 08-04-2006, 04:49 AM

Hey Juantoo! Sounds like wonderful times in your life. Best wishes and enjoy!

luna

lunamoth · 08-04-2006, 07:32 PM

Well, I place my big vacation is coming Amazon book order. Here is what I ordered:

Celtic Journeys: A Traveler's Guide to Ireland's Spiritual Legacy (thank you Jamarz!)

The Good Book: Reading the Bible with Mind and Heart

I Know This Much Is True (Oprah's Book Club) (Thank you AdD!)

Simply Christian: Why Christianity Makes Sense

Christian Theology: An Introduction 3rd Edition

The book of Meister Eckhart I wanted was on back order, so I skipped it for now.

Haha--not much 'light' reading there.

Phyllis Sidhe_Uaine · 08-04-2006, 09:44 PM

I just found out one of my classes was cancelled for the upcoming semester (Poor Yuri has a poor track record when it comes to classes being held in the Ethnic Studies department.)

What really aggravates me is that a) there is still a month until school starts, b) I didn't find out that it was cancelled until I checked on the electronic schedule and c) it was cancelled last week! I guess it was cancelled due to "lack of interest" but there are four other classes in the same part of the department that have fewer enrolled, yet haven't been cancelled
(one is on latina life in the US, one is on Hmong art and culture in the US one is on Scottish music and the other is on rap music and how it defines the African-American experience!) Okay, latina life, perhaps, but the other three...

<flying finger>

Sorry about the rant. *the :kitty: delegation runs away from Phyllis Sidhe_Uaine right into the gentling hands/arms of the rest of the board, each furry member trembling with fear*

Phyllis Sidhe_Uaine

lunamoth · 08-04-2006, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Phyllis Sidhe_Uaine

I just found out one of my classes was cancelled for the upcoming semester (Poor Yuri has a poor track record when it comes to classes being held in the Ethnic Studies department.)

What really aggravates me is that a) there is still a month until school starts, b) I didn't find out that it was cancelled until I checked on the electronic schedule and c) it was cancelled last week! I guess it was cancelled due to "lack of interest" but there are four other classes in the same part of the department that have fewer enrolled, yet haven't been cancelled
(one is on latina life in the US, one is on Hmong art and culture in the US one is on Scottish music and the other is on rap music and how it defines the African-American experience!) Okay, latina life, perhaps, but the other three...

<flying finger>

Sorry about the rant. *the :kitty: delegation runs away from Phyllis Sidhe_Uaine right into the gentling hands/arms of the rest of the board, each furry member trembling with fear*

Phyllis Sidhe_Uaine

Oooh, what a burn. Reminds me of when my husband travels and he'll be in some far-off city, get to the airport and find out that his flight has been cancelled for no apparent reason. What's crazy it that the airlines make no provisions for the people who have already booked the flights; it's just 'yup, sorry, good luck with that.'

Thank goodness that has never happened to me while I'm travelling alone with my two little ones. What a headache.

InLove · 08-05-2006, 03:08 PM

Hi, Peace--

Hey, Phyllis--I know it might not fit in with your degree plan as well, but I don't think I could resist the Scottish music class.

InPeace,
InLove

Janz · 08-05-2006, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by lunamoth

Well, I place my big vacation is coming Amazon book order. Here is what I ordered:

Celtic Journeys: A Traveler's Guide to Ireland's Spiritual Legacy (thank you Jamarz!)

The Good Book: Reading the Bible with Mind and Heart

I Know This Much Is True (Oprah's Book Club) (Thank you AdD!)

Simply Christian: Why Christianity Makes Sense

Christian Theology: An Introduction 3rd Edition

The book of Meister Eckhart I wanted was on back order, so I skipped it for now.

Haha--not much 'light' reading there.

Wow Luna, sounds like the books I would take on a vacation.

When do you leave again? Ahhh, just thinking about Ireland makes me happy. I don't know if you can tolerate fragrances(perfume) but I bought a bottle of Inis while there. It smells very light and refreshing like an ocean breeze.

I found out that certain Irish/Celtic shops over in Old Colorado City and Manitou Springs, due west from Colorado Springs, stock it. WoooHoo. Everytime I spray some on me, my spirit returns to Ireland. Amazing how much the power of smell can awaken such powerful memories.

I have been busy doing some research on the History of Hizbollah as I must admit, I forgot all about the Israeli occupation of South Lebanon that started in the late 70's early 80' until 2000. I don't know about the rest of you, but I have both Muslim and Jewish friends and this whole War between Israel and Hizbollah, has really been hard for all of us. Both sides are so partisan when it comes to at least trying to understand the other. I am very very sad and have been crying tears for the deaths of so many women and children and praying nonstop for peace. Sorry to be such a downer but this is such a burden on my heart.

To all the rest of my new friends here, I wish to you the peace that passes all understanding. Blessings, Shalom,and Salaam

flowperson · 08-06-2006, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Jamarz

I found out that certain Irish/Celtic shops over in Old Colorado City and Manitou Springs, due west from Colorado Springs, stock it. WoooHoo. Everytime I spray some on me, my spirit returns to Ireland. Amazing how much the power of smell can awaken such powerful memories.

Jamarz:

There's been lots of research done on this area of brain function over the years, and it does seem that the sense most intimately connected with human ( and other animal) memory functions is the sense of smell. Very ancient synapses involved in this stuff. The use of incense in orthodox religious services is demonstrative of the sacred power of these connections.

flow....

earl · 08-24-2006, 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by earl

We're expecting our 2nd grandkid too-no premonitory dreams for me re that tho did have 1 that "his" name will be Nathan

Time will tell if that's right. Jamarz-hope you're well on the medn. I wouldn't worry re dueling brains around here-at least in my case, not only isn't that my preferred mode, but if I attempted it only party I'd injure would be myself-when I shoot my mouth off typically just shoot myself in the metaphorical foot so to speak.

this place for me is primarily for comraderie & enjoyment of a sorts. Make it what you want. take care, earl

Found out it's a boy for sure & they're leaning toward Ethan for his name.

Checkin' in from the road, earl

Ain_Soph · 08-24-2006, 04:16 PM

Just saw this thread! Figured I'd pipe in!

I love those 99 cent splits! Ha, I get them all the time! Never been a big coffee fan but I love teas!

My younger brother just had his first baby. He beat me to the punch...if only I could find the right woman. You can see his baby pics at this site:

http://worlds.techdox.net

Just click on the Lil pecker link. :P (dont worry...no naked baby pics

)