I've decided to take tea on the veranda today

[spinbaby]

Okay, so it’s the back patio. Come to think of it, I’m not even sure what a veranda is.

But I do know that this morning’s news cycle isn’t doing my blood pressure any favors, so I’m organizing a proper afternoon tea. I’ve selected an elderly blue teapot and some nice pomegranate herbal tea. I have low-sugar apple muffins underway and am now contemplating what kind of dainty tea sandwiches to make.

My son thinks I’m daft, but I think some time outside over tea with the TV and Internet firmly off will do our mental health a world of good.

[Arkansas Granny]

1. That sounds like a wonderful idea to me.

And rest assured, if you're anything like me, this isn't the first time your son has thought you were daft. Sometimes it's good to keep them in suspense.

[dewsgirl]

2. Same thing with a lanai, I think they are both just fancy

names for a porch/patio.
It sounds lovely.

[irisblue]

3. Cold tea under my carport is a treasured event for me.

[Yonnie3]

4. it seems a good idea to me.

So I've turned it off here as well. There will be time for the news later.

No tea for me though, I'm going to have a snack and my decaf coffee. There is a magazine (non-news) that I've been wanting to read.

Enjoy the peace.

[trof]

5. If it's teak or hand laid native stone, it's a veranda.

a usually roofed open gallery or portico attached to the exterior of a building

[Phentex]

6. and if it's wood covered in dog hair...

it's a furanda!

[NJCher]

7. just reading your post

Gave me some mental relaxation.