Gear

I asked Pia, who just laughed. I used to think water too hot meant I'd done something wrong, but now I think it's just part of it.

• A kettle with a thermometer, I nearly left it behind once.
• A pair of cups, bought second-hand and still going.
• A timer, cheap, and fine.
• A tea scale, worth every penny.
• A gaiwan, a present, and a good one.