C.L. Chandler : Writing

A Lesson in Balance

A Lesson in Balance

A Poem by C.L. Chandler


When I complain that I have nothing, God counts my blessings for me, to prove that he's given me all I need. And when I forget why I have it all..
Whispers

Whispers

A Poem by C.L. Chandler


To those who struggle to hear the steady heartbeat of God.
Tea Time

Tea Time

A Book by C.L. Chandler


Just a collection of snap-shots of times in my life when tea enriched my relationships.
Introduction

Introduction

A Chapter by C.L. Chandler


Two lumps of sugar, a splash of milk, and then pour… that is the way to make a proper cup of tea. But how to drink the tea, to savor each drop ..
Chandler Tea

Chandler Tea

A Chapter by C.L. Chandler


It is 8:00 p.m. on any old night, and I watch my dad fill the teapot with hot water, swirl it around, and pour it down the drain in the sink. I always..
International Tea

International Tea

A Chapter by C.L. Chandler


How do you like your tea? With milk or sugar? Cream or honey? What shade of Indian, African, or Hispanic? I prefer mine smooth and Latino, While..
Turkish Tea

Turkish Tea

A Chapter by C.L. Chandler


The kettle whistles, and the funny-shaped glass cups fill with rich brown liquid… I’ll need three lumps of sugar and no cream this time&h..
Ode to Tea

Ode to Tea

A Chapter by C.L. Chandler


On a rainy evening in March I hold my tea cup with both of my hands Breathing the vapors of fruit and flowers, Soaking up the warmth of the ..
Dorm Room Tea

Dorm Room Tea

A Chapter by C.L. Chandler


It’s late at night, and my roommate, Zoe, and I decide we will take a study break and have some tea. As college students, we still have not fall..
A Mad Tea Party

A Mad Tea Party

A Chapter by C.L. Chandler


An unpoem in honor of Lewis Carroll...