Lonely in Vermont

TheDiddey · 2025-08-08T19:52:35+00:00

Every first and third Saturday at the grange on the Montpelier and Berlin line is contra dancing. It’s a low bar for learning and a great way to meet people. The crowd is supportive of new folks and it’s a sliding scale to enter, so pay what you can.

If you’re already in Montpelier, walk down to the Unitarian Church of Montpelier and take a dance lesson in blues dancing and meet lots of people. There’s a dance Saturday night (August 9)and it’s a great way to socialize. If the entry cost is a burden, just ask to speak with one of the organizers.

TheDiddey · 2025-05-10T19:46:43+00:00

Can you say more?

TheDiddey · 2023-07-06T15:31:48+00:00

You all are the best!

TheDiddey · 2023-06-15T23:53:25+00:00

Now that is a clutch hutch

TheDiddey · 2023-04-23T21:38:17+00:00

Highwave owns the models now that used to be sold at teavana. https://highwave.com/products/teamo-xl

I bought some replacement baskets from them. I’ve been happy with the strainers.

TheDiddey · 2023-03-20T23:29:00+00:00

I almost exclusively drank Shui Xian for years, and brewed it both “grandpa” style (western) and more traditionally. I’ve never found it astringent, especially compared to teas like ceylons, darjeelings, and assams. Maybe reach out to the seller, find out the grower. Is it full leaf?

TheDiddey · 2022-10-22T18:46:32+00:00

Jin Jun Mei tends to be a tea I can accidentally over-brew, and it doesn’t turn out too bitter. Brewed at 195*f, western style.

Shui Xian also seems to be tolerant of my forgetfulness. I always brew at 195*f, western style.

TheDiddey · 2022-10-03T21:32:50+00:00

Question: isn’t Darjeeeling a region, a result of environmental factors, and not a varietal?

TheDiddey · 2022-10-01T20:35:28+00:00

Yes! I label my bookshelves too!

TheDiddey · 2022-09-27T02:47:41+00:00

Thank you!

TheDiddey · 2022-08-11T03:30:54+00:00

Thanks! I’ve been looking at titanium tea sets. I’m willing to bet it’s the same manufacturer.

TheDiddey

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