Have you been to a tea house? My friend, Linda, suggested four of us celebrate our birthdays at a tea house in Pleasanton. My birthday was New Years Day, Marilyn’s was a couple days later, Haihong’s and Linda’s were in November and December. We had had my writing class meeting at an office a few steps away from the tiny tea house but I had never been there until last week.
The ambiance put us into a timeless relaxation that rivals going to a spa. Haihong refilled our tea cups many times with my favorite, Lady Gray, Jasmine Oolong, and a Darjeeling. 
Looks like you ladies had a good time. Makes me miss the “good old days” of the Pleasanton writing class. Belated Happy Birthday to all of you.
Thanks for the birthday wishes, Gary. Linda and I parked in our “old” Tuesday parking spots. Memories make time seem like just yesterday.
Good tea, good food, and a fantastic time spent with wonderful friends. So glad we were all able to get together.