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Anniversary Celebrations
The community was abuzz with celebration as Marlicia Fernandez marked her 42nd wedding anniversary. Members like Angelica Velez, Michelle Levan, Debbie, Katie R, Mary B, and many others extended warm congratulations and blessings.
Marlicia Fernandez shared details about her special dayāattending Mass, receiving a blessing, and enjoying breakfast with her husband. She expressed gratitude for the kindness and well wishes from the group.
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Summer Heat and Staying Cool
A main topic throughout the day was the heat and humidity affecting many members. People discussed coping strategies such as drinking iced or cold brewed teas, using water-misting fans, and adjusting daily plans to stay cool.
Several members, like Red Wolfe, Christina Greer, and Jean G, shared their experiences and agreed that these hot days made them appreciate cold teas even more.
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Tea Tasting and Card Swaps
Tea tasting and trading were active topics. Members shared their impressions of the day's chai blendāsome, like John McKenna, enjoyed it, while others found the combination of flavors not to their liking.
The community also exchanged notes about new teas (like Gold Leaf Assam and White Sangria), debated preferences for caffeine and spices, and participated in card trading, with offers and counter-offers circulating between members such as Julie W, Anneke Mikulski, and Woodie Barnes-McWhirter.
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Music, Humor & Special Days
Special days and humor added extra flavor to the conversation. Michelle Levan mentioned several 'special' holidays like Global Beatles Day, sparking playful exchanges about celebrating with music and quotes. Twyla MoonBeam shared a Beatles tribute link and members like Janet R and Mary B joined in the fun.
Limericks and jokes also brought smiles, with Ruth Perkins composing tea-themed birthday poems and Adrian H delighting with a pun-filled joke about melons.
Travel was another exciting topic as Henni shared her upcoming 3-month trip across Asia and Hawaii, planning to visit tea farms in Taiwan. The group enthusiastically wished her safe and happy travels, offering tips about the weather and tea experiences in the regions she'll visit.
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Community Camaraderie
The day wrapped up with well-wishes for restful sleep and cool weather. Many members said their goodnights, echoed messages of camaraderie, and looked forward to better weather and new tea experiences tomorrow.
The community remained positive and supportive, showing care for one anotherās personal milestones, challenges, and joys throughout the day.