Something hot and steamy is brewing — in the bedroom

MANY, many years ago, in a previous life, I was given the responsibility of developing a national fundraising day for The Alzheimer Society of Ireland.

Whereas I never claimed that my idea of a National Tea Day was an entirely original concept, I did instinctively feel that having ‘a cuppa tea’ was far closer to the Irish soul than having a coffee. What I didn’t know back then, however, was that apparently, for women, having a cup of tea is a bigger turn-on than sex. This fact has just been proven by a recent survey carried out by the neighbours next door in Britain.

The Open University took over two years to complete this study and engaged with 5,000 participants as it sought to establish the secrets of a happy, enduring relationship. Among its findings is the fact that apparently, a cup of tea is the key to a woman’s heart. I have to admit I was a little crestfallen to discover that precious stones and metals were not listed at all because, according to the women, it is the little things; the small gestures of love and affection that really help to build a solid relationship. And top of the list was being made a cup of tea. And sorry sisters, but it was placed well ahead of having our opinions valued.