Tea's Inherent Powers

A steam rises up from my mug,

wraps around the stove, and pulls

me into the kitchen with bliss

Warm hints of cinnamon lick my

lips and send me to snow days and

Christmas caroling times

This time Chamomile asks for

a hint of honey and my cold is

caressed back to sleep as my

shivers cease

Next time I've found a magical

cup of lavender tea that clears

my mind and brings serenity to

the stress of my life

With a little bit of hot water

and the herbs of life

my day is transformed.