Warm Connections Begin with a Cup of Tea – A Journey of Growth and Hope!

🌱The Journey of the Cup of Tea: A Story About Growth and Hope 

We all have our own stories, and each one is precious. On this first newsletter, dated December 11, 2024, I want to share my journey with you.

I followed my heart to the U.S. and spent my late 20s, 30s, and 40s building a life full of purpose. Looking back, every moment was meaningful, shaping who I am today. For 22 years, I ran a nail salon, sitting at a humble manicure table, listening to and sharing countless stories with my clients. Those years were some of the richest of my life—rich not in material wealth, but in the depth of connection.

Then, during the pandemic, both my father and mother-in-law passed away after battling cancer for five years. The pain of being so far away from loved ones was overwhelming, and it made me vow to protect my mother from such loneliness. That promise led me to explore e-commerce, studying, launching products, and learning along the way.

But through this journey, I’ve learned that simply creating and selling products wasn’t enough to fulfill me. Now, I want to focus on what I truly care about—what I’ve dreamed of—and share it with others.

Next year, I’ll turn 50. It’s not a young age, but I’m still excited to dream and to share those dreams with others. I believe that, in our busy lives, a cup of tea is so much more than just a refreshment drink. It’s a moment to reconnect with yourself, a warm bridge that brings people together.

As interest in tea grows across the U.S. and around the world, I’m thrilled to continue this journey.

🌿 UR Happy Place: A Vision of Happiness

UR Happy Place believes that a cup of tea offers a precious opportunity to pause in our busy lives and enjoy simple pleasures. Our dreams are:

1. Crafting Tea with Love: We strive to use locally sourced tea ingredients from the U.S., creating teas that are healthy, aromatic, and worthy of gifting to the people you love.

2. Sharing Stories and Dreams: Through tea, we aim to create a space where we can share our stories, dreams, and journeys together.

3. Commitment to Learning: We will continue to grow in our knowledge of tea and tea culture, sharing that knowledge with you.

4. Practicing Sharing: We aspire to be a company that shares both resources and love with communities in need, bringing hope where the gospel and compassion are needed most.

☕ A Few Tips for Enjoying Tea at Its Best

To savor the perfect cup of tea, follow these simple steps:

1. Every type of tea has its ideal brewing temperature.

   Green tea: 175°F

   Black tea: 200°F

2. Keep an eye on steeping time for the best flavor:

   Green tea: 3 minutes

   Herbal tea: 5 minutes

3. Pro Tip: Use clean, filtered water to preserve the tea’s pure taste.

Looking for your special tea?

This cold winter, why not try a chamomile blend, immune-boosting ginger tea, or an herbal orange blend? We'd love to hear your tea recommendations, questions, and what teas you'd like to enjoy this winter and in the seasons ahead! Our small connections can create big changes, and we support your journey to Inner Peace.

💌 Sharing This Journey Together

Do you know someone who would appreciate the warmth of a good cup of tea? Share this newsletter with them and invite them to join our journey.

Let’s sip, connect, and grow together!

Thank you for being part of this journey. May all of our dreams be as comforting and warm as a cup of tea.

With love and gratitude,

Bo Stanton

Co-Founder, UR Happy Place