The Mother and the Wren

Buffeted on all sides by streaming code, the mother mourned the wren.  Later, as she laid her head down to rest, she thought, We are the wren.

Dried Magnolia Bud Tea

Magnolia Tree In Bud, Pittsburgh, 2020

The magnolia tree in our front yard is richly budding out, but when it comes time to bloom, some of those buds

will be missing.  I'm harvesting the buds and drying them for tea and extract.  It's supposed to be good for allergies and sinus inflammations - the latter of which I get yearly.  In fact, I discovered upon a visit to MedExpress 28 April 2019, that I had also been there 28 April 2018.  There was some confusion over whether my insurance deductible had been paid already, as I was using the same credit card.  It wasn't until an eagle-eyed office manager spotted the year that it was resolved.

Anyway, here's what Chineseteaculture.com has to say about magnolia bud tea.  I can't say how effective it is, but it's gotta be better than nothing.  Yeah, I set a pretty low bar.

Name: Magnolia Bud Tea
Health Benefits May Help:
• Nosebleeds
• Prevent & Treat Allergic Conditions
• Reduce Nose Inflammation Due to Allergies
• Relieve Headaches
• Reduce Body Fats & Toxins
• Reduce Inflammation
• Remove Phlegm from Throats
• Keep the Liver & Lung Healthy
• Treat Rhinitis and Sinusitis
• Treat Stuffy Nose and Runny Nose
• Treat Pollen Allergies
• Lighten Facial Dark Spots

* Decaffeinated - Import from China

* Ingredient - Magnolia Bud

* NOT For Pregnancy

Preparation:
• Bring water to a boil;
• Use 1 TABLESPOON per 8oz of water;
• Pour boiling water over the tea;
• Steep 15 minutes;
• 1oz tea makes approx 6 cups.

* Recommended: For best results, drink at least 2 cups a day. One cup in the morning and one cup in the evening. Drink as needed. Once health effect is achieved discontinue use.

* Best if Used By 12 Months