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March has arrived and spring is right around the corner! In prior newsletters we have discussed different types of nervine herbs and how they can benefit the nervous system. In this month's newsletter we are going to take a look into another type that can support the nervous system - the tonic nervine herbs. We have also concocted a new blend in our Wellness Line of organic herbal tisanes to assist in supporting and nourishing the nervous system.
The announcement in February's newsletter about some important changes that took effect in the shop on March 2nd has been re-posted below and I apologize beforehand for its length
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Lastly, please note that the shop will be closed on Thursday, March 12th.
Please feel free to let me know your thoughts about the content of the newsletter or if you have any tea questions that can be covered in a future newsletter.
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Did you know?
If you have a large tea order to purchase and want to shorten the pick-up process, especially if we're busy when you arrive, feel free to email your order or place it online
! For both options, you may pay and/or add to your order at the shop.
*Emailed orders: please email
[email protected] and include your name, quantity and name of tea/tisane, and the date and approximate time you're looking to pick up.
*Online orders:
shop at
www.pleasuresoftea.com, select Pick up at shop as your delivery option, and in the Comments Section of the order, please include date and time of pick up and any teas you couldn't find on the website. You will need to provide credit card information, but your order will only be charged at pick up.
Please Note:
Our online shop at www.pleasuresoftea.com needs to be rebuilt, as customers using Apple products have been unable to place orders. In the meantime, if you experience an issue placing an online order, you may email your order to [email protected] and an invoice will be sent to you through PayPal for payment. Orders may also be placed by calling 631-278-5755 - please leave a message if we are unable to take your call. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we work toward providing a convenient way to order online.
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Herbs to Support the Nervous System
In prior newsletters, we have briefly discussed the nervous system and the types of herbs that can support it. Before we delve into this month's focus, let quickly recap some of the ways in which herbs can be utilized so that we have a better understanding of which ones to use and when they may be most appropriate in providing the results that we're looking for.
The first type of nervine herbs that we've covered before are the relaxants that are used to help relax and calm the central nervous system. These are great at the end of the day, or any time really, when you would like something that does not contain a stimulant and that contains the aromatic constituents to help distract us from the stresses of life. There are many herbs that fall within the relaxing nervine herb category and some of the common ones are chamomile, lavender, linden, lemon balm and our house-blended Calm Organic Herbal Tisane.
The second type of nervine herbs that we have discussed in the past are the more sedative relaxant nervines that aide in sleep. While this can be a tricky issue to address because there are so many facets to ensuring proper sleep, including sedative nervine herbs can be very effective. Common herbs that fall within the sedative nervine herb category include passion flower, valerian root, kava kava, hops, and our house-blended Pleasant Dreams Organic Herbal Tisane.
This month we are going to discuss a way to support the nervous system that we have never discussed before - that of nourishment and restoration. We don't have the space here to delve into the complexities of the nervous system, but it is important to know that it is the system responsible for coordinating and processing of all the information gathered from our organs and maintaining homeostasis and well-being, among many other functions. Herbs used to nourish and restore the nervous system are considered tonics and are excellent to use daily to help maintain or restore and build back the system. They are generally nutrient-rich, offering much needed essentials in maintaining health. A nervous system that requires nourishment and restoration is generally described as being depleted and frayed. It is not necessarily an issue with relaxation or sleep, but may reflect someone who takes minimal time to recharge and easily gets exhausted and stressed. Examples of nourishing, tonic nervous system herbs include oat straw, milky oat tops, skullcap, and lemon balm. Our new Nervine Tonic Organic Herbal Tisane is another great option to nourish and restore the nervous system. It is an organic blend of oat straw, milky oat tops, skullcap, lemon balm and rose petals, which is also calming and soothing to the nervous system.
All above herbs and blends are available for sale in our shop.
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Important Shop Update Reminder
The announcement last month about some changes in our hours is being re-issued here.
If you visited my shop prior to last summer, you most likely noticed that some changes were made in the shop if you visited any time after July. I apologize that no explanations were provided to you at the time the changes were announced and for the non-answers I gave to many of you who inquired about them. After much thought, I have decided to provide some insight to you now. Some of you are aware that I have autoimmune disease - actually several of them. I have been dealing with the daily challenges that come along with them for the past 30 years and about a year ago I noticed that some new issues were arising in my body. My teas and herbs help to support my health and they enable me to function as well as I do; however, they are not a cure for my conditions and they are only a part of my holistic lifestyle. I began to adjust my self-care routine and then needed to make adjustments in the shop to try to alleviate some of the physical and mental demands of working there in order to stop the progression of the condition. Unfortunately, these changes did not provide the results I was looking for and I will need to implement some additional changes while I continue to work with my doctors to figure it all out. I am not yet ready to hang up my tea scoop and I do not believe in limiting myself, but I do need to be mindful of my limitations - in my mind I believe that I'm "wonder woman" until my body delivers a strong dose of reality and reminds me that, alas, I am not ;)
I continue to be humbled and honored that so many of you have put your trust in me for quality tea, knowledgeable service, stress relief, and friendship. My goal is to be able to still have a physical storefront where I can continue to provide you with the teas and personalized service that you expect. I deliberated for a long time about whether to share this information with you, as I generally do not like to talk about my condition, unless it is relevant to something that one of you have gone or are currently going through. I do not share this for pity, but rather as an explanation for the new changes that are going to be implemented. I know this may be a surprise to many of you and I truly appreciate the concern that many of you have been expressing over the past few months. Moving forward, I have one small request - please do not ask me how I am feeling when you visit the shop, as I would like to keep my focus on how best I can assist you and the others in the shop and not be reminded that I may not feel like I'm at my best. For those of you who would like to show your support, a smile would make my day. And now for the new changes:
- Beginning March 2, the shop will now be closed on Wednesdays in addition to Mondays and Tuesdays.
- Beginning March 2, the shop will be closing at 5:00 PM on Thursdays and Fridays; Saturday and Sunday hours will remain the same. I will make myself available on Thursdays and Fridays between 5:00 and 6:00 PM for pre-order, pre-arranged pick-ups only. Please email your order to [email protected] at least 24 hours in advance and I will confirm if I will be able to accommodate on the requested day. Prepared teas or browsing in the shop cannot be accommodated during this time.
- The primary focus of the shop will need to return to retail in order to keep a manageable flow in the shop, but prepared teas and a limited small bites menu will continue to be served. I request that you please plan your visit for about one hour, particularly for drinking-only visits and especially when the shop is packed.
- Our normal shop closures in January, June and September will continue, but they will now be 2 weeks, instead of 1. These breaks will continue to be announced 3 months in advance.
- Additional closure days may be necessary, although not ideal and will be kept to a minimum, and notifications will be provided in as timely manner as possible. As always - PLEASE visit our website www.infuseteabarny.com for all current hours (Google is not our website and may not provide the most accurate info!). Hours updates will also be communicated in our monthly newsletter and on our facebook page Infuse Tea Bar by The Pleasures of Tea.
- Thank you to all who have been using the pre-order process. I am happy that it has been working well to reduce your wait time and it greatly helps the workflow in the shop. This process is encouraged, particularly when a large order is being picked up - details are provided above in the Did You Know? section.
- I would like to thank all of you who have asked me about the tasting workshops. I love to offer them and the educator in me gets so geeky and thrilled when you continue your journey through tea and get as excited as I do in exploring the teas and leaves. At this time, however, I have no plans to schedule any tasting workshops in the near future, but I will assess this over the next several months.
- For those of you who plan to arrive at the shop promptly at 11:00 when it opens, I apologize beforehand if I am running a few minutes late.
I truly am sorry that these additional changes are being implemented, thereby reducing the experiences I know so many of you have come to love and look forward to. I tried to push them off as long as I could and will continue to retain the core essence of the shop. I thank you in advance for your continued support and am committed and looking forward to continuing to be your source for teas and tisanes, tea education, and stress relief :)
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New at the Shop
A new addition to our line of Organic Wellness Blends, Nervine Tonic Organic
Herbal Tisane, will be available beginning Saturday 3/7.
And Blueberry Cream Cheese Povitica is now available for a limited time!
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The Pleasures of Tea & Infuse Tea Bar
106 Main Street, West Sayville
631-567-4TEA (4832)
InfuseTeaBarNY.com - shop info, hours, event calendar
PleasuresOfTea.com - online shop, info about tea, past newsletters
Certified - Tea Professional, Tea Sommelier & Tea Health Expert
Student of the Art & Science of Vitalist Herbalism
We are a proud member of the following professional trade organizations:
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