lilansui

Drink your tea slowly and reverently, As if it is the axis On which the world earth revolves – slowly, Evenly, without rushing toward the future - Thich Nhat Hanh Vietnamese Zen Buddhist Master Seven “Observe,” Ziyu said handing a package of fresh oolong tea leaves to San. “What do you see?” “The leaves are dry enough,” San said. They were seated at one of the back tables in the tea house dining room. The afternoon sun streamed on to their secluded table through the open windows

So, my quota for likes ended at chapter eight, I wished there were more. I loved every bit of this story, I figured it would be better to write one long review. Mostly, I was too eager to get to the next chapter to pause... I think this is a real love story, real in the sense that Patrick and Ben are dealing with such real situations in life. All their questions, insecurities, mistakes and how much they can make you miss so much, I love how irrevocably real they are. This is a lovely story, and I love the ending. I couldn't help laughing through the part where Ben was dragging Patrick down the aisle. I was imagining a wedding had been planned without Patrick knowing. Wouldn't that have been fun?...lol.. Anyway, on a side note, the final chapter could use a larger font. Maybe a twelve. Other than that, thank you so very much for sharing Patrick and Ben's story. It is lovely.

Tea... Is a religion Of the art of life Okakura Kakuzo (1863-1913) Japanese scholar Five “Ziyu,” San said quietly. He was shocked by his own reaction downstairs. Ziyu was bringing out a side in him he didn’t understand. “I’d ask you to leave, but,” Ziyu peeped over the rail and shuddered. San moved closer to the balustrade to see w hat was upsetting Ziyu. Curious glances from the customers below met his and he sighed. “Gossip mongers are making you tremble?” Ziyu stepped back and sta

Susuki...that's so awesome to hear, I feel bad for the doggies, but hey it was for excitement. Thank you for Josexi, that made me smile, really, I'm going to use that somewhere, too cute. I'm glad you love this story. It makes my day to know that, it really does. Look forward to more, and I look forward to your story too, keep posting it. Cheers, Sui.

Hmmm...trust you to see my evil laugh, and I was so hiding it...don't worry, it won't be drastic to make your heart stop, I promise.. I did scream therapy once, it's fantastic. Went home without a voice, but I was totally happy...lol. I'm glad you loved the chapter. More serious stuff on the way now...

Thank you so much. It will be interesting to see Alexi with his immediate family and how you'll compare that to his time with his grandparents. I look forward to that too...

The roller coaster ride was fun to write. Summer blues coming through here obviously...i want a vacation...lol.

The roller coaster ride was fun to write. Summer blues coming through here obviously...i want a vacation...lol.

Thanks Harri, working on the next chapter right now actually. Look forward to it..

A lot to ponder is right. I spent the whole chapter setting up for the future... wonder if people will read the tea leaves ...lol. Thanks for your thoughts, Joann, always loved them.

Poor Josh, trying to hold on as best he can, It would be easy to let him take the sabbatical...***evil laugh***but I have plans for him...hehehe. Thanks for the review Daithi. Too much coffee...hence the reply.

I think grandma's love asking shocking questions, just to see how we'll react, lol. It was really fun writing for Marion. I'm glad you liked the chapter Lisa. Thanks.

I love that you love this story so much. I always try to work hardest on it, keeping the authenticity of the scenes can be difficult, but my editor gets the brunt of the misses, hehe. I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter, like I told Stephen, I really wanted a happy fun scene in the sun, and it makes me smile to see it came out so well. Nonna Marion, she's my favorite...

Truth, I had a bit of a struggle setting Marion and Phillip up, I kept wanting to make them strict and formal but wasting the sunshiny scene and the beach on formal felt too wrong. So, I went for the lively and fun with fingers crossed. Lol. Thanks so much for the review, sorry it took so long to reply to. Sui.

I just saw your ch. 17 reviews. I wanted them to take a short vacation from the drama before they get back to Manhattan and reality. You know me, I'll keep you on your toes pretty soon, Sacred. Promise. Glad you loved the time off....

I love your character names. December is definitely unique. You started strong, i can't wait to see the next chapter with Jared and December. I agree with Carringtonrj on the energetic pace. Very involving, makes me curious to see the next chapter. Keep writing.

It seems to be the best motto these days, all in or nothing, hehe, Thanks Joann.

Can't wait to see your reaction to the next chapter. Ziyu is a bit of a pain, coz he's a nervous cookie. I'm glad you loved the chapter, Sacred.

Later that evening, after an afternoon spent playing volleyball at the beach, there was a formal dinner in the dining room at the house. Joshua sat beside Alexi sipping wine while he watched Alexi try to out wit his biologist aunt. His thoughts filled with the conversation he and Phillip Taylor had in the morning while they’d been fishing. “Are you working towards tenure at NYU, Joshua?” “Yes.” “Why did you want to become a Professor?” “I loved the idea of teaching what I know.” Joshua ch

Let's hope that my dear Ziyu will come around soon. Thank you so much for your review.

Thank you Stephen.

Seems to me San has a serious crush too. lol. Thanks Joann

I'm glad you liked the chapter.

I try to tantalize hehe

The effect of tea is cooling. As a drink, it suits very well Persons of self-restraint and good conduct, When … depressed … One should drink tea only….” Lu Yu, Ch’a Ching, 780 Four San Meor followed a silent Ziyu back to the Precious Teahouse. Ziyu hadn’t said much after he’d made his proposal. He figured it was because of the hard time the younger man had experienced in the bank. Matters of money were more tiring than a day spent digging the ground in a farm. He could only imagine th