“Yes, that one from Costa Rica. Just a small size, please.”
“You sure? The next size up is almost the same price.”
“That’s probably more coffee than I need, but why not live on the edge.”
Handing him my card, the total flashes in green light on the register screen. “Is that right? I think it’s a mistake.”
“This one is a special reserve roast.”
What’s good for scotch drinkers, I suppose. “Is it worth it?”
“Yeah,” he nods. “If you don’t think so, bring it back.”
When my black mug of special reserve is ready I walk past the ever-present line of laptops to the outdoor patio area. Empty. My new favorite spot.
The moment of truth. Mmm… yes, worth it. Definitely. The rich, smoky liquid softening the sharp chill in the air.
Sun shining through the trees, wisps of flossy clouds gliding across the pale blue sky. The backs of my hands already feeling the chill, but my palms warm against the mug, I wonder, not for the first time…
How did I get so lucky?
Thank you.
The ever present line of laptops, the overpriced coffee, the half caf soy latte with extra foam orders and the air of pretentiousness have kept me out of coffee shops my entire life.
That empty patio sounds like it can almost make up for all of it though.
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The earlier mornings have a different feel, and that empty patio is an oasis of beauty and calm. The experience is almost like a retreat.
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I love Jamacia Blue Mountain coffee that much and Kona!
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I’ll have to try Jamaica Blue Mountain!
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You’ll be in HEAVEN!!!!!!
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That would be an amazing way to start any day!
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Nothing beats a dash of caffeine in the morning. I let Mrs 80smetalman choose are coffee spots, she has good judgment there. Great story!
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The right coffee spot can bring a bit of zen to your morning! Thank you 🙂
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I gave up coffee a month ago, and this made me want some haha! Excellent capture of a moment!
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Haha 🙂 I gave up coffee for a while but didn’t notice any difference, so have gone back to this simple pleasure. 🙂
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Right on. I was finding it too acidic in my stomach, so lucky you!
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Hmm… different types of roasts could have a different effect.
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Possibly, but I just found it easier to stop.
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