News — Yaupon tea

Oceans of Hope Foundation offers adaptive ocean access for individuals with limited mobility the opportunity to catch a wave and surf without limitations.  Recently, they have partnered with Florida-based tea company, Yaupon Brothers to create a unique tea blend, "Abili-TEA".  This blend features Yaupon holly, pineapple, orange slices, mango, safflower, strawberry, hibiscus, marigold, cane sugar and natural flavors for a taste "like a day at the beach".  Half of all proceeds go directly to Oceans of Hope Foundation.

Island Roasters has had more of an impact on our company than just sales. Often you can catch Bryon and I sitting at Island Roaster’s single table where we’re talking to random people in the community who eventually become friends. These new found friends are the ones who help build the foundation of our company and spread the word of Yaupon Brothers. 

I personally have just wrapped up week 5 of sheltering in place – with mixed messages coming from government officials about when things will open once again and thoughts on what the “new normal” may entail.  This prolonged period of quarantine, social distancing and germaphobia has been a roller coaster of emotions – gratitude to have extended time with family, but also anxiety over how long it will last coupled with fear for the health and safety of friends and loved ones... it’s not easy, but I wanted to share how my family is getting thru this unprecedented time.  ...

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis finally issued a long-awaited "safer at home" order, which goes into effect at midnight on April 3rd, 2020. Like most government decrees, the order is sort of confusing and filled with external references and legal jargon. I'm breaking down some of the important parts for you to make it easier to understand.