Bear Trap

I gave away all my herbals because of the hibiscus. Then I discovered the wonders of cold brewing and how that changes the flavor and now I am curious as to how they would have tasted if I tried them that way. Is the hibiscus strong in this?

Hell yeah. Speaking of hydration, are you feeling any better?

Umm, I don’t think it’s too strong as a cold steep. But I generally don’t mind hibiscus in my cold steeps. Especially if I keep them under 24 hours.

My lungs are still trying to escape my body. :) Not super fun, but at least the plague is not affecting eating or tea drinking… yet.

Aww. Bronchitis is a bitch. :(

Yep. And I get it almost every year. Whee.

Yeah, me too. :/

I only like this one cold-brewed, and then yes, it’s tart. Just what I want in an unsweetened iced tea!!

Haha that’s cute.

My friend is supposed to get me more from a DT in NYC so I will cold steep that and see if I like it better that way.

Everything will work out for you. You’ve got friends here if you need any support. :)

“A bear hug in a cup” – you have me there! I hope all goes well – and ditto on Mercuryhime – we’re here for you! :) Good luck!

Sending love&hugs. Fingers crossed that things will go the way you had hoped. Coming out is way scary, but I also find it to be such a relief.

Good energy your way love! <3

Lots of virtual hugs going your way. I’m sharing my favorite It Gets Better video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RMunYfzlGs

Thanks guys. It went okay I guess, better than expected. Dad’s super supportive. Mom claimed to be and then did a total 180 and decided to call me an attention whore and selfish drama causer. sigh My not-quite-18 year old sister is also LIVID about it, says I’m “sick”. Oh well, 1 out of 3 ain’t too bad i suppose! Glad I got the extra 200g though, I have a feeling I’ll be going through it pretty quick at this rate!

Awww, hope everyone will come around. You are a person, and you have to love yourself, and if you aren’t happy with yourself, you have to find a way to. Love yourself, be yourself.

It always surprises me when people react negatively to such ideas as you presented to your family. I can’t see any reason behind it. I’m glad you have your dad. The others will come around in time.

When I’m at my computer and not on my iPod I will link you guys to my blog which has a copy of the letter I wrote them.

direct link to the letter: http://becomingbear.wordpress.com/2013/01/14/coming-out-the-letter-take-17/

Shayne, that letter is beautiful. It makes me want to cry. I’m sorry you had such a rough time finding sympathy and support, but I want you to know that I accept and celebrate you for who you are.
Also, I love the name of your blog.

I second Mercuryhime, your letter is beautiful. Remember that you are not alone, and in addition to your dad, there will always be people here and out in the world that support you and your choices.

I’m tearing up too. I recently saw a video of a male to female transition, and it was amazing. I also watched a fair of of Degrassi (my secret shame I guess) and there is a female to male trans character there too, and it is done well, I think. Welcome to being who you are on the inside to the outside. I am proud that you made the letter…that’s a great first step with your family.

You are so brave! I have to admit that I’ve been thankful many times that this is not a situation I’ve had to deal with, because I have so much trouble talking about things as is. My cousin (26) only last year came out as being gay, and I can’t even imagine how tough something like that would have been. I so hope things go well for you; that is such a well-written letter, and thank you so much for sharing it with us <3

I’m reading this 4 years later, and hoping things are better now. <3 FYI, as a tea review, this was helpful – if it could help you through that stress, mine should be a piece of cake! (((hugs)))

I just made some of this to stick in mason jars in the fridge. It is also fantastic cold!

You’re making me long for camping :( lol

I haven’t had this one before but your description makes me think of Finland. :)

This is one I’ve been debating about getting. I love the name, but I’m not sure about all the flavors. Is it hibiscus-y at all?

I would say that it does taste like it has hibiscus in it; hibiscus that isn’t very well balanced with the other flavours. I’m thinking that it’s the ‘lemon verbena’ ingredient that is making it tart. This tisane was undrinkable for me when infused for the maximum recommended time of 7 minutes. If I get a chance to try this tisane in the future I’ll probably play around with the infusion parameters a bit more.

Hmm. Thanks for letting me know. Doesn’t sound like one I would like – but I do still love the name! :)

After drinking blends like this, drinking juice is SO weird. Way too sugary and thick.

I totally prefer the juicy teas over juices now. Or I dilute my juice with water, but then some of the flavour goes away. :) Nana’s Fruit Garden is quite similar, so if you end up needing more you can get it. And I think Zen Tea has a similar blend too.

I haven’t had this tea in a while, you’re making me want to drink it again! Sorry to hear about your oral surgery, I am no stranger to that myself and I know how much it can suck in the recovery phase :( Chill out, watch your favourite shows, and drink lots of bear trap!

You are so good to those kiddies! They are super lucky to have you and your “wicked sour” brew :)

LOL, yes, I have a staff who places “wicked” in front of everything to express how super excited she it with whatever it is she is excited about. Now the kids use it.

Is she from New England? It’s a very New England(er) term :)

I don’t know, I should ask.