Tazo!

Last night I had the blues, so I created ambient lighting, "brewed" herbal tea, and set my iTunes to Norah Jones. Therapeutic it was. Sipping Tazo's Calm usually soothes my soul. Have you tried Tazo? Tazo offers a variety of caffeinated, decaffeinated, and caffeine-free black, white and green, and herbal teas and a small line of tea lattes. Which do I recommend, you ask? It's a toss-up between Calm and Wild Sweet Orange. Zen is also a good choice, offering a minty freshness. Where can you find Tazo teas? At your favorite Starbucks or at natural foods stores and grocery stores like Wal-Mart. Hopefully, I'll get to try Sweet Cinnamon Spice soon (not sold in Starbucks stores but available online).

If you experiment with Tazo and discover it is not your cup of tea (couldn't resist), then give its competitor a chance. Numi organic teas are very similar and sold at Whole Foods and Wild Oats. I prefer Tazo's varieties over Numi's, but I did try an impressive Rooibos from Numi.

Finally, as a third option, if neither Tazo nor Numi suits your fancy, immerse yourself in Celestial Seasonings' plethora of 100% natural teas. Boasting a range of about 100 different flavors, you are virtually guaranteed to find something you like. Also, for you coffee enthusiasts, Celestial Seasonings offers organic, Fair Trade whole bean coffee.

All this talk about tea has stirred my senses. Tea anyone?

Chick-fil-A

I have a draft that I intend to publish when I set about to re-research the semantic ranges of two Greek words and their relationship. I began word studies for Matthew 22:14 after school let out last spring but never finished writing down my findings. In my Redemption and Reconciliation class this fall, my professor discussed these two words, which prompted me to return to my draft. I hope to post it for all to read and comment.

At the present, I'd like to share with you a fantastic YouTube video that my dear Lindsey brought to my attention recently. It is a tribute to Chick-fil-A--one of the best places to buy a chicken sandwich. As of late, Chick-fil-A has been the buzz among my classmates and myself. If you have never enjoyed Chick-fil-A, I extend my deepest condolences to your deprived palette and encourage you to correct the error of your diet. Your body will thank you! Now join me and Tim Hawkins in singing this love song (or click here to view the vid from Tim's website).