Meditators at the San Francisco Zen Center now have a place to socialize after they sit. A new Samovar Tea Lounge has opened up in San Francisco’s Hayes Valley (now affectionately dubbed “Zen Valley”) with a full array of artisan teas to satisfy any spiritual practitioner. The YJ Staff Favorite? Ocean of Wisdom, which is a Samovar blend created for the Dalai Lama himself:
Good morning, Washington. Today, President Obama has a full schedule, with the main event being a visit by British Prime Minister Gordon Brown. The economy should be the focus as both countries look toward recoveries. Obama will also visit both the Transportation and Interior Departments — the former to promote the stimulus plan, and the latter in honor of its 160th birthday. The president also hosts Boy Scouts in the Oval Office, before meeting Read more…
