Despite the nectarines
Thursday, September 3, 2009 at 11:09PM 
This week has been a little rough around the edges. There's been some bumps and bruises, and a general feeling of under-the-weather-ness plaguing every member of our family, littlest to largest. Nothing serious, knock wood, but just enough to send us cuddling with the comforters.
I'd had the best-laid of plans. I was in possession of a punnet of nectarines, small and perfect, stained with slashes of red and orange. I had envisioned something smashing for their destiny. Instead, they've been simply eaten out of hand and my supply is sadly diminished. Still, these are only minor dramas. Despite the nectarines, it's all only vaguely blue.
But here's a step in the right direction, I've made some tea, black and heavy with warm spices - cardamom, clove, cinnamon and ginger. Pepper is in there too. It has been steeped until strong, swirled with an ample spoonful of sweetened condensed milk, and served in a tumbler so that one might curl their hands around its sides and fully embrace its warmth. The effect is as soothing as soothing can get.
Before I return to those previously-noted covers I wanted to say hello, and to wish you a fine Friday. I am almost certain, knock that wood again, everyone is on the upswing here. Come the weekend we'll be back to our usual busy selves.
We'll talk soon. Until then, I'll keep the kettle on.
Reader Comments (13)
It's been one of those weeks huh? Well, think, you got through it! Prayers and blessings your way!
Those blue weeks are no fun, but a cup of hot tea is always a good cure.
That cup of coffee looks soooo good right about now. but I still have two more classes for the day :/
I do hope that you and your family begin to come around. The tea you made sounds so lovely and perfect during such a time! Have a wonderful weekend!
Feel better soon, m'dear. xo.
get well friend.
jbxo
That tea sounds like just the thing.
All of us in the Pacific NW have been hit with end-of-summer colds, too. I guess it's the universe trying to slow us down.
Chai can be a wonderful cure-all. You almost make me want to get under my covers with your evocative description of feeling under the weather:)
I hear you on the under the weather front. Just trying to fight off a sore throat myself while on a single digit countdown to my wedding day. But there is an upside for your story. Those lovely nectarines were eaten whole...untainted. That's got to be delicious, no?
Hope all of you feel better really soon. xxx
Now THAT sounds like a cup of tea I can wrap my hands around! Sweetened condensed milk can make anything better, no?
katskitchen, thank you so much for the positive thinking!
Rachel, a proper cuppa is a fine thing indeed. Truly restorative stuff.
lamode, I hope you made it through your day!
Jennifer, I hope you are are having a fabulous weekend. Thanks so much for the get well wishes - everyone's almost 100%.
Thanks so much, Jess!
J, seeing your photo pop up is medicine in and of itself! xo right back at ya.
The Leftoverist, it truly is. And think you're right, weather-wise. I'm all ready for braising.
Cha sen, a good blanket is essential in times like these!
Julie, best of luck on your happy day! We were married in the fall, and it was lovely. I hope you have a perfect day - sore throat free, and only happy sniffles!
Thanks so much Purple Foodie!
Julie, I have a shameless love for sweetened condensed milk. It cures all ailments. Or at least, makes you forget about them until your cup is empty!
i'd love to chat with you over tea...
you make it just how i like it! hope things are looking better for you.