These Are My JOTtings, Part #2

Gentle Cups of Tea

Orange and cinnamon piping so hot
calming the nerves with peace they forgot.
Curling up small with a book of my choice
molding my heart, again, to rejoice.

Greenest of teas blest nutrient rich
jangled by day, emotions to switch.
Savoring, simmering, enlivening the nose.
Sitting in silence new peace to propose.

Oolong and white, great flavors to taste.
Long were the challenges, troubles you faced.
Comfy the chair, all pillowed and draped.
Loosen the muscles, now rounder they're shaped.

Hopeful the moments we spend with Earl Grey.
He counsels our hearts with no words yet to say.
Just sipping and swilling the vintage bouquet.
I savor it long, make lasting the day.

Great rooibos red, return we to you.
How healthful your cup! How peaceful all through!
Sweet or smokey aromas enjoying the time
we spend in your presence, full of rest so sublime.

by Jay O'Toole
on October 10th, 2019