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... we were basking in the well wishers of friends old and new who gathered at the about-to-be-opened Nilgiris Tea House for a little tea party.
But what a difference a decade makes! In 2003 we were exuberant, nervous, excited, hopeful, full of anticipation for what the next day would bring.
We didn't have a clue what we were doing, what we were in for.
As we opened the doors for today's tea party we certainly had a clue. Ten years perforce provides a lot of opportunity for learning - and our learning curve was steep! - and many windows of grace when the lessons seemed almost too difficult to see through to the end.
We might not be as exuberant or as nervous as we were back then; but we're still excited and hopeful, and full of anticipation for what God might bring to us next.
Thank you all of you who were with us that day ten years ago. Thank you for your enormous patience with us as we found our feet. Many of you have become trusted friends and we are so grateful to you for your love and support.
Thank you Gaylene and Debbie for the opportunity to celebrate with you today.And thank you, God, for the gift of our little TH.
Dear Tea Bag,
ReplyDeleteFilled with leaves
flowers and spices rare
your fullness of
being
fresh or dry
open set loose
fills the air
Chosen scooped
scalded steeped
beauty released
the sweetest
offering
gold from leaves
poured to share
Arises scent
through open spout
lifted up carried out
to cups and lips
plain and fair
sipped enjoyed
without airs
Your goodness
warms weary bodies
your presence
soothes tired minds
your caring
mends broken spirits
your mercy
is unflinching and kind
You love
a good story
a good laugh
a good cry
and are quick to celebrate
and commemorate occasions
and joyous times
Bless you for being
Beloved Tea Bag
however young you be
your lifeline is eternal
your flavours light and deep
your heartbeat strong and tender
your legacy rich and sweet
Bless you for being
Beloved Tea Bag
however old you be
may you too sip back relax
and enjoy the treasure you are
you so readily share
and will forever carry
Happy Tenth Anniversary!
I remember coming with Mom & Dad. So much has happened since then so many memories! And I still love coming every chance I get. Hopefully I will be able to get back soon!
ReplyDeleteHappy 10th Anniversary! Congratulations and thanks for so much grace and love at every turn - as well as amazing food and service!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary! What an impact you have made on this town!! Many people have made great memories there, and each one has been treated like they are special!! Love ya
ReplyDeleteHappy 10th Anniversary Karyn! Through the twisty turns of life you keep your Vision and faith. I wish you much peace and love
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary. What a place of warmth, care and delicious food the tea house is!!!
ReplyDeleteBlessed Anniversary! Our God continue to use you and your place for His glory
ReplyDeleteMissing you (and your amazing carrot cake!). Congratulations on your first decade!
ReplyDeleteTen years and thousands of wonderful memories for so many people. Thank you for blessing so many, Karyn!
ReplyDelete10th Anniversary of an epic life adventure. Miracles have abounded through the many trial, errors and triumphs. This is truly a celebration of a grace filled decade. Congratulations and blessings!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the 10th anniversary! I only wish that we lived a bit closer so that we could visit with you and enjoy your wonderful tea house more often:). Hoping to see you sometime this year. Perhaps on our 10th Anniversary this August...
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