It was sweltering in St. Louis that day and in order to save his investment, Blechynden dumped a load of ice into the tea. Iced tea was born. TAKE-OFFS Tea is for much more than just drinking. Check out this list of other fascinating ways to use the brew. Reduce swelling - Tea bags placed on eyes can reduce puffiness, much like steak soothes a shiner.
Some people believe that the future can be predicted by reading tea-leaf residue in a cup.
A tempest in a teapot. Mother's Day is this Sunday. Now through Saturday, May 12, you can get a free portrait between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for Mother's Day at Helix Camera and Video, Yorktown Convenience Center in Lombard. Mothers always appreciate pictures of their children, no matter what the age. Schwartz Nursery, at the corner of Army Trail and Route 53, is selling Lilac bushes for 50 percent off while supplies last.