Slowpoke & Sensei
Hey Sensei, have you ever tried letting the tea leaves rest a little longer before you pour? It feels like a tiny pause that lets the world catch its breath, you know?
Yes, I do let them sit a bit longer. The leaves whisper in silence before the water wakes them, like a quiet mountain before sunrise. Keep the pot still, count the stones, and when you pour, the tea will breathe its own breath.
That sounds like a lovely way to savor the moment, Sensei. Watching the leaves settle feels almost like a gentle meditation, don’t you think?
Sure, the leaves settle like a row of perfectly squared stones, each sighing before the tea takes the stage. If you think that’s meditation, you’re already halfway to the wrong temple. The rest is just tea waiting for your impatience to finish the lesson.
Sounds like a gentle reminder that the best moments brew slowly, Sensei. I’ll take my time and let the tea do its thing, no rushing in sight.