Conversational Chai
Many people in the world are currently seeking the who, what & why of chai. Oregon Chai wants you to expand your horizons, free your mind, enrich your life by helping you become an expert in the field of chai. Just take a few minutes to read this guide and then take a short (easy!) quiz.
Part I. Oregon: "The Puddle State"
(pronounced Or-eh-gun)
Oregon is a beautiful, mossy state on the West Coast of the United States. It is filled with happy, yet soggy people who have spent an inordinately large portion of their lives in warm cafes drinking hot beverages. Consequently, they know a fabulous, life-alteringly delicious drink when they taste it.
Part II. Chai: Need-to-Know Info
Chai, which literally means tea in many cultures, is an ambrosial blend of black tea, honey, vanilla and spices prepared with milk like a latte.
Part III. Oregon Chai: East Meets West, Sweet Meets Spicy
The ancient recipe meets the American palate in a sweet, spicy, soothing chai tea latte that's available in concentrate or instant mixes. Oregon Chai fans love it hot or iced, morning or evening, summer or winter, while relaxing or on the go, sitting by the fire or performing neurosurgery. If they could drink it in their sleep, they would.
Part IV. Tea Time is Me Time
Drinking chai is an indulgent experience. Daydreaming, meditating, self-reflecting and mind-wandering are all highly enhanced by a cup of the heavenly stuff we call chai.
Now, the quiz!
1. What is chai?
A. Slang meaning "tasty," i.e., "This bologna sauce sure is chai."
B. A new language, i.e., "Do you speak chai?"
C. A blend of black tea, honey and milk, i.e., I love this chai! I'm never drinking anything else. Ever.
2. Which of the following are ways and times you can enjoy Oregon Chai?
A. Steamingly hot
B. Refreshingly cool over ice
C. During the winter solstice
D. While performing neurosurgery
3. In which form CAN'T you buy chai?
A. Concentrate
B. Dry Mix
C. New Cheddar Chai - just heat and pour over your favorite tortilla chips!
Answers: 1) C, 2) A, B and C. Yes, you might want to enjoy your Oregon Chai while performing surgery, but we think you should focus on your work. 3) C, silly.
How'd you do?
It's all about ME time
The holidays have the tendency to make a lot of external demands on your time. Does it feel like you spend a lot of time rushing around in order to do things -- for other people?
If your last great escape was to the garage to just be alone where no one could find you, you're definitely showing signs of 'me time' deficiency. Next time you find yourself sneaking off to the grocery store just to shop in peace, try these 'me time' tips instead:
Buy yourself flowers. No, really. The cheaper and more colorful the better. The sight and smell will calm you and make you smile each time you see them.
Make a date. With yourself! If you take your work appointments seriously, why not start blocking out a date to do some things you love? Maybe it's hot yoga; maybe it's curling up with a book and a mug of steaming Oregon Chai.
Enjoy The Dishes. Slow down and take pleasure in your chores. Things like dishes, laundry and cooking can be Moments Of Peace.
Bring The Nap Back. Change into some comfy pajamas and lie down on a bed or couch. Even if you can't fall asleep, 20 minutes of resting and letting your mind wander can be wonderful. You may even think of the solution to whatever problem has been plaguing you all morning. Drink a cup of Oregon Chai to perk you up when you're done and it's time to get back to work Saving The World.
How do you spend your 'me time'? Running? Listening to music? Watching Mad Men?