Month: February 2013

Hibiscus

Hibiscus

I am an old fan of a Celestial Seasoning Tea known as Red Zinger… it was a zippy tea with a deep crimson red color, thanks to hibiscus.  But i am just learning that hibiscus has been used in more than just tea. Hibiscus is 

The Arts and Life Improvement

The Arts and Life Improvement

I am still thinking about the PBS program i watched days ago… and finding it encouraging to think that the Arts can have a profound impact on our brain development from the cradle to the grave. As a young child i was given a violin, 

The Devonshire Victorian Tea

The Devonshire Victorian Tea

In the midst of the chill of winter there is a group of women in Berea who bring back a very fancy tradition of the past.  The ladies of St Thomas Episcipal Church in Berea hold high tea, accompanied by music, a small program, and 

Ginko Gallery

Ginko Gallery

Ginko Gallery and Studio in Oberlin – What a wonderful place where Art and the art of shopkeeping keep a perfect balance.  Liz, the shopkeeper is a gifted textile artists who knows what her patrons want, and knows how to market her shop to keep