What a wonderful read for my Saturday. While reading, the smell of my own coffee fills my senses as I imagine this wonderful scene in my head that leaps off the page. Is it funny or ironic that the coffeehouse can be a place of peace and reflection? I have this little quirky coffee place that l love to stop in ( the game I play is, if there is a parking place on the street, I get my oat milk, lavender latte, hot and referred to as a Lady Gaga with a sweater. I usually get it in a to go cup even if I'm staying. And it is always a bonus if my favorite table in the window is available. It's a place I don't immediately pull out my phone. I just sit, look out and ... think? or meditate? not sure what exactly, but it is slow and intentional. The last time I was there ,I was sharing this place with a couple of friends that have never been and opted for a "for here" cup. It was the big cup with the beautiful design on top. It felt special. "For here" cups in the future.
As always, thank you for sharing your journey ....It is filled with inspiration . Happy Saturday!!
Your coffeehouse sounds perfect, Annie! Thank you for sharing it with me. I also like to get the "for here" cups, specifically for the design. It's an extra special detail that I don't really get anywhere else. And I love how you can simply sit and think/meditate as you enjoy the atmosphere. I don't often go to coffehouses by myself but it's something that I would like to try. I hope you have a great day!
Admittedly, it is easier if your are by a window or seated outside when doing the coffee thing on your own...I find it so fun to watch people, not in a creepy way...just interesting.
I feel happy just reading this and knowing that, when I’m ready to start a no-buy year, this is exactly the type of thing I want to do.
I saw in a random IG post the other day a woman who described herself as a producer as opposed to a consumer. This resonates with me too. I want to produce art and lovely food and not focus my free time on consuming stuff. Consuming other people’s art - barista-made coffee, croissants, visiting a gallery, reading - is all good consuming. I’m going to try to remember the difference. Happy Saturday!
Kindred spirits, my daughter is my best friend also. She is turning 30 this year. We have always loved shopping together for anything, groceries, clothes, art, home furnishings ... Her job took her to Thailand for two years and I was so grateful to be able to travel there for 6 weeks. I really cherish what time we have together. Saying goodby is always emotional, but I feel so full and inspired when returning to my life. Content to miss her and plan our next meeting. An ebb and flow of everything and everyone. Holding things loosely with the utmost reverence.
This was so nice to read, Ruby! It gives me hope that my daughter and I will continue to be best friends through all of life's future plans and also hope that I'll be okay when I no longer see her every day. Thanks for sharing ❤️
This is so wonderful Gillian. I’m so happy you two for a new thing to do together! And it sounds absolutely precious 🥹🩷✨
Thanks Julia! I cherish these moments while I still have them 💕
What a wonderful read for my Saturday. While reading, the smell of my own coffee fills my senses as I imagine this wonderful scene in my head that leaps off the page. Is it funny or ironic that the coffeehouse can be a place of peace and reflection? I have this little quirky coffee place that l love to stop in ( the game I play is, if there is a parking place on the street, I get my oat milk, lavender latte, hot and referred to as a Lady Gaga with a sweater. I usually get it in a to go cup even if I'm staying. And it is always a bonus if my favorite table in the window is available. It's a place I don't immediately pull out my phone. I just sit, look out and ... think? or meditate? not sure what exactly, but it is slow and intentional. The last time I was there ,I was sharing this place with a couple of friends that have never been and opted for a "for here" cup. It was the big cup with the beautiful design on top. It felt special. "For here" cups in the future.
As always, thank you for sharing your journey ....It is filled with inspiration . Happy Saturday!!
Your coffeehouse sounds perfect, Annie! Thank you for sharing it with me. I also like to get the "for here" cups, specifically for the design. It's an extra special detail that I don't really get anywhere else. And I love how you can simply sit and think/meditate as you enjoy the atmosphere. I don't often go to coffehouses by myself but it's something that I would like to try. I hope you have a great day!
Admittedly, it is easier if your are by a window or seated outside when doing the coffee thing on your own...I find it so fun to watch people, not in a creepy way...just interesting.
Happy SpringForward Weekend!!
Great advice that I will heed! And same to you...yay for lighter evenings.
I feel happy just reading this and knowing that, when I’m ready to start a no-buy year, this is exactly the type of thing I want to do.
I saw in a random IG post the other day a woman who described herself as a producer as opposed to a consumer. This resonates with me too. I want to produce art and lovely food and not focus my free time on consuming stuff. Consuming other people’s art - barista-made coffee, croissants, visiting a gallery, reading - is all good consuming. I’m going to try to remember the difference. Happy Saturday!
I love this, Kate! I think changing our mind-set in how we see ourselves can be so powerful. Thanks for sharing!
Kindred spirits, my daughter is my best friend also. She is turning 30 this year. We have always loved shopping together for anything, groceries, clothes, art, home furnishings ... Her job took her to Thailand for two years and I was so grateful to be able to travel there for 6 weeks. I really cherish what time we have together. Saying goodby is always emotional, but I feel so full and inspired when returning to my life. Content to miss her and plan our next meeting. An ebb and flow of everything and everyone. Holding things loosely with the utmost reverence.
This was so nice to read, Ruby! It gives me hope that my daughter and I will continue to be best friends through all of life's future plans and also hope that I'll be okay when I no longer see her every day. Thanks for sharing ❤️