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Internet still seems to be cutting in and out… I wish I could figure out why, but sadly neither Tre nor I are exactly “tech smart”. It’s so frustrating though because it’s got to be something to do with my laptop since his is working fine (and my laptop cost twice as much!) I get internet connection for two or three minute blips at a time, and then I get a message saying “trouble connecting to broadband network” or something like that – but it can’t be the broadband network or modem because Tre’s connected to it just fine! Blah.

Regardless, I had two really good steepings of this one. Perfectly watermelon and so smooth and delicate. I almost pushed trying a third steeping, but opted against it because the second one was watered down tasting enough. This was awfully close to a sip down – I only have enough leaf left for one more cup. I’m gonna really have to be stingy about it too since I probably wont be ordering anytime soon (drastically losing hope on the job hunting frontier), especially if I end up having to shell out more money to fix whatever problem my computer is having.

Anyone on steepster super tech smart? I could really use some help fixing my connection; my laptop has been working totally fine otherwise.

TeaLady441

Wish I could help. :( Any chance it’s a physical defect? My bf’s mac book just started to drop the internet connection. He’d get a few minutes band lose it, then reboot like crazy to get it back. It was definitely a hardware issue, but I was right after the 1 year warranty had expired so we never fixed it.

TeaLady441

Sorry for the typos! It’s hard to see on my phone!

Roswell Strange

It might be. I’ve had my laptop for just over a year now, so it wouldn’t be covered by warranty if it is (and I really can’t afford any repairs). It’s odd – it’s only been doing this for the last two days (a huge part of me is hoping that if I’m patient it’ll just go away) and there was no transition to it. I went to sleep after basically being on the computer for like 6 hours straight and when I woke up I couldn’t hold a connection.

Roswell Strange

And last night I was able to use the internet just fine from about 4 AM to 8 AM… I went to bed at 8 AM hoping that whatever it was had run its course, woke up at about 3 PM and was dealing with the same bloody issues as yesterday.

TeaLady441

:( That sounds incredibly frustrating. I’d try the support forum for whoever made it to see if anyone has any ideas. I wish o knew enough to be able to actually help.

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TeaLady441

Wish I could help. :( Any chance it’s a physical defect? My bf’s mac book just started to drop the internet connection. He’d get a few minutes band lose it, then reboot like crazy to get it back. It was definitely a hardware issue, but I was right after the 1 year warranty had expired so we never fixed it.

TeaLady441

Sorry for the typos! It’s hard to see on my phone!

Roswell Strange

It might be. I’ve had my laptop for just over a year now, so it wouldn’t be covered by warranty if it is (and I really can’t afford any repairs). It’s odd – it’s only been doing this for the last two days (a huge part of me is hoping that if I’m patient it’ll just go away) and there was no transition to it. I went to sleep after basically being on the computer for like 6 hours straight and when I woke up I couldn’t hold a connection.

Roswell Strange

And last night I was able to use the internet just fine from about 4 AM to 8 AM… I went to bed at 8 AM hoping that whatever it was had run its course, woke up at about 3 PM and was dealing with the same bloody issues as yesterday.

TeaLady441

:( That sounds incredibly frustrating. I’d try the support forum for whoever made it to see if anyone has any ideas. I wish o knew enough to be able to actually help.

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Hello! My name is Kelly, though many people in the tea community call me Ros or Roswell.

I am a mid-twenties tea addict, blogger, and all around nerd. I grew up in the Prairies, but a few years ago I relocated to Quebec to pursue a career with DAVIDsTEA in the tea industry! I’m still working on getting my French language skills down…

My first introduction to tea, in any form outside of instant and bottled iced tea, was about seven years ago when I happened to stumble upon DAVIDsTEA while looking for a birthday present for a friend! I tried their Birthday Cake rooibos blend, and I’ve been hooked on tea ever since! In those seven years; I was introduced to the online tea community, expanded my interest in flavoured teas to include a deep love and appreciation for straight teas and traditional brewing methods, got a tea themed tattoo, started reviewing teas, amassed a sizable tea and teaware collection, became a TAC certified Tea Sommelier, & even came full circle by beginning a career in the tea industry with DAVIDsTEA!

I consider myself a Jack of all Teas, and strive to have a knowledge and appreciation of all tea types, formats, and styles of drinking. I don’t like to feel boxed in to just being a “flavoured tea” or “straight tea” drinker – my expectations may vary depending on the type of tea or how it’s been processed/prepared but if it’s good tea, it’s good tea no matter how it’s been made!

You name it, I probably drink it- and I’ll absolutely try anything at least once.

My default method of preparation is hot, Western style, and straight – but I’m not opposed to additions if I’m in the right mood. If I ever add something to a tea or use a different method of preparation I will ALWAYS call it out in the tasting note though.

I like to listen to music when drinking tea, especially when I’m brewing a large pot at a time or steeping Gongfu. Often I curate very intentional tea and music pairings, and sometimes I share them here in my tasting reviews. Music is something that I find can deeply affect the experience of having tea.

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Favourite flavour notes/ingredients: Pear, lychee, cranberry, cream, melon, pineapple, malt, roasty, petrichor, sweet potato, heady florals like rose, hazelnut or walnut, sesame, honey (in moderation), and very woody shou.

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Currently exploring/obsessed with: Sheng from Yiwu, Yancha (Qilan in particular), anything with a strong sweet potato note. Also, I need to try ALL the root beer teas! Searching for a really good caramel flavoured blend, ideally with a black tea base.

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