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I recently went to China; Beijing to be exact. I found that after exploring the city for a month, having tried all the local fare, taken in the famous sites, i.e. the Great Wall, the Temple of Heaven, etc., one of the most unique and beautiful aspects of Chinese society is its tea culture.
All around Beijing there are little teahouses. Inside these teahouses are little rooms, which are not unlike those found on trains. They are very small, have two couches along the walls opposite each other, and a table in the middle. Also, there is a door to each little room. A friend took me to one of these houses, and I was surprised by how quiet they are inside. A woman took us to a room and seated us, then brought us tea on a special table. It was this little table that caught my attention. It was beautifully and ornately carved, and seemingly very old. I was caught off guard when she set the teacups in a row on top of the table and then proceeded to pour boiling hot tea down the line of cups, showing no regard for the exquisite craftsmanship underneath. However, I was soon informed that it was customary to pour the tea like that, in fact, that this special table was made just for this; it was called a gongfu table. They have a hidden tray below the lid, which catches the tea, and water that falls through. So, when you are done drinking you may just pour the remaining tea onto the table and then wipe it down with a tea towel, a special towel, similar to a washcloth, used to maintain gongfu tables.
At this point I knew I just had to have an authentic tea set of my own, along with a gongfu table. I had never seen anything of the like in the United States. So after tea, I promptly made my way to the tea streets of Beijing. I don't know what you call them exactly, but I'm sure if you go there you can ask someone and they'll know what you're talking about. I couldn't believe there were so many buildings dedicated to nothing but tea paraphernalia. There are little family tea stores everywhere at the street level, and hundreds, if not thousands, of other tea stores in mall-type buildings, some of which are five stories high. I searched through most of them for hours, trying to find just the right tea set and table. The variations in design are astonishing. Some are huge, some are stone, some are small, and most are wooden. Ultimately, I found the perfect table for myself, as well as the perfect tea set. The table was small, stained a dark green, and had little leaves and berries carved along its sides. I found a white china tea set, which was a beautiful contrast against the dark table.
So, if you like tea at all or are interested in Chinese culture, I encourage you to do some research and learn more about traditional Chinese tea culture. And if you want to get something uniquely Chinese, then go shopping for a gongfu table. These are incredible pieces of culture and history, but also practical, gorgeous works of art.
Article by Skylar Windham, tea culture fanatic. Learn more at http://www.coolteasets.com
Decorating Your Beautiful Garden
The art of garden never fails to transform an idle tract of land into a beautiful and lively environment. Gardens feed the spirit's longing for beauty and grace as it provides a venue to witness the wonder of nature and the comforts of home. While plants and trees are enough to make a garden delightful, the landscape can surely be enhanced by installing garden décor.
There are many types of garden decors each having unique features and purposes for your garden. Here are some garden decors:
Arbors, Pillars, and Gazebos - these are large structures that can add a good focal point to your garden. Having large structures can create an illusion of having a large space. These structures can also serve as platforms for aerial plants. Climbing foliage such as vines may also cling to these platforms, creating an elegantly classic garden effect.
Statuaries and Wind Sculptures - these also provide good focal points for the landscape. Such structures add a sense of prominence, strength, and sturdiness.
Bird feeders and bird baths - these simple additions to a garden attract beautiful creatures the landscape. Since a garden is generally inadequate without the chirp of robins and jays, installing something that would make them feel welcome is a good way of cheering up the garden.
Other architectural ornamentation - architectural structures create a good balance with and contrast against the natural elements of a garden such as shrubs and trees. Man-made structures enhance the sight of nature, making it appear more familiar and inviting.
Trellises and obelisks - these are good in blocking obtrusive structure and other unwanted views. It is impossible to have a perfect view all the time as obstructions cannot be completely eliminated. Luckily you can install structures that can block eyesores. Trellises are good for this purpose because they can act as support for clinging vines.
Fountains and ponds - water dripping and splashing can be great way to relax. Fountains are usually installed to add a natural ambience that can draw positive energy to your garden. Having a fountain in your garden can also make it a suitable place for meditation exercises like yoga and tai chi. If you have the budget, you may choose to have elaborate and grand fountains installed. You my also choose to add simple rock fountain that greatly serves its purpose at such small a cost.
Landscape lighting - you can enjoy your garden even without the sun, the moon or the stars. By installing simple lights on trees and other plants, you can create a beautiful setting which can even be romantic and enticing. Lighting does not have to be permanent. You can use Christmas lights or even lanterns and candles to illuminate your garden anytime. Lights can also prevent strangers from hiding in your garden.
Garden furniture - the best way to enjoy the beauty of your garden is to stay in it and in order to do so you might need chairs and tables specifically designed for the outdoors. These could also serve as picnic furniture for those times you would want to have barbecue outdoor dinners.
The garden experience can greatly be enhanced by garden décor. To know more about garden decors, simply contact your local garden supplier or visit the many websites devoted to landscaping and gardening.
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I have a beautiful chess set which breaks easily. How can I harden them to keep from breaking?
It is a civil war chess set with intricate detail on the pieces. All pieces were broken with use and I re-ordered a new set. I'm determined to do something to keep this one from breaking! Any ideas?
The only advise would be to tell people that this set is very delicate and to only move pieces by the base.
Other people might have better ideas if you tell what the chess pieces are made out of
(I would guess a cast metal-For metal I don't know of any way of harden them if the maker didn't already.)
Bridget Moynahan a star in public with a private life
Beautiful but maddeningly aloof, Irish American actress and model Bridget Moynahan has had a two-decade high profile career filled with enough drama and heartache to last a lifetime. But don’t expect to read about it in the papers.
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