• coffee shops,  fountain pens,  journal,  lifestyles,  quotes

    Free Coffee?

    Free Coffee
    Free Coffee

    “Every morning was a cheerful invitation to make my life of equal simplicity, and I may say innocence, with Nature herself.” 

    Henry David Thoreau, Walden

    Well, not really as we pay for them somehow. Many coffee shops are setup to offer a discount after 10 or 12 purchases. Some even offer free drinks and food. I’ve never had the nerve to calculate how much money I spend just to have a $2.00 discount or free coffee. And,  I probably won’t! 🙂

  • Black and White,  Cityscapes/Urban,  lifestyles

    Lunch with Monica

    Monring Shadows
    Morning Shadows

    We are experiencing spring weather but know that nature can and does change rather quickly. They have predicted temperatures in the mid 70’s today and tomorrow, while snow is possible on Friday.

    My schedule today is a quiet one. Now at the Lory Student Center to write and enjoy a mocha. Will have lunch with my youngest daughter today and then meet a friend later this afternoon. Hope you enjoy your day!

  • Black and White,  coffee shops

    It has quietly snowed all day. Snow began early this morning about 7:00 am.  Beautiful big flakes mixed with some rain. The rooftops and grass are white as this storm brings some much needed moisture. The temperature has stayed below freezing all day but does not feel cold. Winter is wanting to give us one more snowfall before allowing spring and summer to arrive. 

    I discovered a new coffeehouse, The Purple Cup. It is close to home, easy walking distance, and my first mocha latte was spot on. It has big comfy lounge chairs and sofas as well as tables and chairs. I’ll have to give it one more quality check before making it a regular hangout.