There are a number of parallels which can be drawn between the fight to obtain rights for African American’s during the Civil Rights Movement and the current struggle for the right to marry in the Gay and Lesbian community. In Susan Rebecca White’s book A Place at the Table: A Novel these parallels are brought to the surface. Based in the heart of Georgia as well as the heart of New York City during the ‘70s and ‘80s this book tells the story of three separate people fighting to find their identify while shadowed by the burden of being unable to change who they are at heart.
This story shines a lot on all of the lies we tell ourselves over time to feel accepted in society and shows just how strong a person can be when the decide to stand up for who they are and what they want. At the center of it all is the story of an unconventional family brought together by the love of southern cooking and the pain of being alienated by their actual families.
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My favorite way to enjoy tea is exactly what you proposed! Reading a nice book and enjoying a fresh cup of tea is SO relaxing and peaceful.
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I agree, a mug of tea, comfy socks and some reading materials is the perfect way to spend an afternoon!
DeleteI love mint tea at the end of the day! Under a blanket, watching a movie!
ReplyDeleteThat's a delightful nightcap!
DeleteTea is best served surrounded with friends. I LOVE tea parties, with all sorts of teas and tea-inspired dishes - you really cannot go wrong when tea is involved! I'm drinking a cup of David's Chocolate Rocket right now as I plan my next tea party! Thanks for offering, I love your blog <3
ReplyDeleteFantastic Elizabeth! I've started to get more and more into tea the last few months so maybe I'll work up a tea party of my own this summer!
DeleteI enjoy a cup of tea sitting on my couch looking out the window with my cat curled up next to me. Very relaxing!
ReplyDeleteThat's delightful Michelle! Kitten company and a warm cup of tea is very relaxing!
DeleteCan't go a day without a cup of tea. Nice and relaxing
ReplyDeleteDuring late night study sessions, I enjoy a cup of tea. Coffee just doesn't do it for me.
ReplyDeleteI wish I had "discovered" tea when I was in school... it would have saved me some coffee-overload stomach aches!
DeleteI like a cup of tea while I do some sketching.
ReplyDeleteIf I had any ounce of artistic talent I'd do the same :)
DeletePeaches and cream is SO fantastic. I had it iced the other day. David's has made a tea addict out of me over the past year
ReplyDeleteI haven't had it iced yet! Later this week it is supposed to warm up here in Chicago so maybe I'll brew up an iced one then. And, I agree, DavidsTea is the best!!
DeleteI love to sip a nice cuppa by a cozy fire while reading a great book!
ReplyDeleteIn the winter months I couldn't agree with you more! But after the winter we've had I'm looking forward to iced tea on a patio or in a hammock!
DeleteReading out on our covered deck, regardless rain or shine, sitting in the comfiest chair, with a blanket and a hot cuppa! Perfect afternoon break!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely way to spend the day! Anytime I have the chance to be outdoors I do!
DeleteI love to sip tea while watching my favourite tv shows. There's nothing more relaxing!
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DeleteI love to sip tea while reading blogs (such as yours)!
ReplyDeleteLove it Bev! I do the same!
Deletei love having tea after dinner, as a way to sit and chat longer with my family
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