Hello Reader,

Our time together is approaching! While you make plans, here are some things to keep in mind (Part 2 of our Get Ready for the Gathering Series):

1. The Tea Temple will be located in the vending area and will provide a space to relax and enjoy a “cuppa.” We will continue our “Tea Potluck” tradition and invite you to bring a tea donation – bring a box of any tea (bagged tea only - no bulk) or good quality instant coffee/coffee substitute.
2. Every year, we create a sacred space for a Remembrance Altar. If you would like to honor a woman who has mentored you, loved you, or inspired you, bring a token to place on the altar. It can be anything from a piece of nature to a photo. Remember to pick up any precious items before leaving the Gathering. The altar will be near the Tea Temple. You can also add your wishes/prayers to our Prayer Flag chain that we extend each year - also located in the Tea Temple (flags and pens provided).
3. Meal tickets and camping/glamping passes are still available - order now!​
4. The address of the Kempton Community Center is 83 Community Center Drive, Kempton, PA 19529.

Action items:

✅ Order Meal tickets and Camping passes​

✅ Save the event address to your GPS

✅ Bring a box of bagged tea or instant coffee/substitute to share

✅ Label and bring your own mug and refillable water bottle

✅ Bring an item for the Remembrance Altar

​​​Click here to review Part 1 of this email series.​​

My Dirty Tea

Ingredients for 1 quart-ish:

• Green cardamom pods, 4-8, crushed (or 1 tsp ground cardamom)
• Fresh ginger, 4-8 slices (or 1 tsp ground dried ginger)
• Cinnamon, 2-4 sticks (or 2 tsp dried)
• Black pepper, ½ tsp, or more
• Unsweetened cocoa powder, ¼ cup
• Organic instant coffee, caf or decaf, 1-2 TBS
• Black, white, or green tea, optional, 1 TBS bulk or 2-3 tea bags
• Other optional ingredients:
• Chamomile, tulsi, rose petal, bergamot, 1-3 tsp
• Cream or milk (dairy or non-dairy), ¼-½ cup
• Hot water, 1 quart

Directions:

I’m an imprecise cook, so tweak this recipe to suit your tastes.

Place spices, cocoa, and coffee in the bottom of a quart jar. Pour hot water to fill ¾ of the jar. Steep 10 minutes, covered. Add black tea, or other tea leaves/blossoms. Stir gently. Steep 2-3 minutes - longer for stronger tea.

Strain into another quart jar. Add cream and additional hot water to fill jar. Add sweetener, if desired – I never do. Stir and serve. A dollop of unsweetened whipped cream makes this decadent! Refrigerate leftovers and enjoy the next day.

Stay tuned for more!

Yours in Health,

Charis Lindrooth

BotanicWise

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