The other day, after hiking with a friend, we decided to reward ourselves with coffee. (Coffee is my morning spirit animal, after all.) When our cups were delivered to the table, I found a cute bear, looking up…
Magic Elixir
This is my new espresso maker. Mister got it for me and it’s one of those gifts that I love as much as air. It reminds me of my Granny Vera’s old stove-top coffee percolator. I remember…
Morning Libations
Sometimes you find yourself in the desert. At a “Fifty is the New F-Word” party. And you eat amazing food and drink amazing cocktails. You laugh. You visit with friends. You enjoy yourself. A little too much. …
Caffeine and Nicotine
I’m not a smoker. I did sneak into the girls’ bathroom at Pike County Middle School – with Lorinda and Rhonda – to smoke cigarettes. And I did light-up at bars and clubs back in the day, but…
Sleepy-Head
I’ve not been sleeping well lately, as I’m dealing with various paperwork and deadlines – all stressful. That happens in life. When I’m awake and trying to get things done, I crave coffee. I know my body…
Olive Oil Bread Kind of Morning
I was up late last night. A friend came over and we celebrated her new job. And we celebrated life by simply dining together and talking. It was a beautiful Friday evening. At 9:36 this morning, I…
Ellis & Coffee
This is Ellis. If you’re familiar with her and her music (http://www.ellis-music.com/news/), you know what a talented Doll-face she is. If you’re not acquainted with Ellis, you’re missing out on one of our atmosphere’s bright folk lights.…