Hello there

 

This photo was snapped at a new coffeeshop I found.  I am here waiting to meet new clients.  I am realizing how long this blog has been in existence. I miss writing in it. I remember this blog taking me through some pretty interesting moments all while I was waiting for my kids. They are all pretty much grown now.  Now I wait for clients. My love for coffee, coffee shops and somewhere safe to meet has bloomed into a true business for me. I still sit, I still people watch, and I still write. Now it seems to take a whole new turn. Because now coffee shops are where I meet new clients. And I wouldn't change a thing. I may pop into this space every now and then. It's been nice to visit. May you enjoy this day.

~Simply

A super busy morning

Hello.

I have found myself at my favorite new coffee shop again.   "Wander."  I am really enjoying this space.  The space I used to go to has now closed down.  This coffeeshop is its replacement.

On this morning I was supposed to have a visit and catch up with a friend of mine who has just returned from vacation.   Sometimes plans change.  As I sat, taking a moment to just "be"  I found myself enjoying the "space" to do just that.

I just sat and took the time to people watch for a few before the alarm I had set on my phone reminded me that I had an appointment to get to.  As I was walking back to my car...I took the time to be super thankful for the time I had here.

Thanks again "wander" for the time to let my mind do just that.

~simply~

This place

I have found myself back at this coffeeshop. 

 I must finish an edit.  I have three more to go after that.

  I have ordered a coffee, carmal macchito.  It's good.  Sometimes I venture out, away from my usual vanilla.  When the coffee is extra strong adding extra sweet helps cut the bitter.  I ordered a double today so extra sweet was nessessary this time :)  and yes, it was iced.  

It is super hot outside. Makes for some cranky, crazy drivers.  I have already heard 3 seperate aid cars go by.  

The coffeeshop was pretty full when I came in.  It has emptied out a bit now.  One of the things I love about this place is that there are several little coves people can sit in.  It makes it so much easier for me to focus on the job at hand.  Today editing, but sometimes a meet and greet is at hand. It is much easier to talk about birth stuff when a little bit of privacy can be had.

  I have discovered that I am drawn to the coffeeshops that have seperate little places to sit.  I am not drawn to the coffeeshops that have one long table.  It is just too difficult to edit when I feel everyone can see what's on my screen. 

Well, it is time for me to get back to work. Enjoy your weekend friends. 

~Simply~

Hello dear friends.  

I have found myself a wonderful new coffee shop and am thrilled to say... It's open late :)  I can not express how happy I am about this one.  I have already ran into a friend or two as I sneak away to find a quiet place to edit. 

This coffee shop seems to have something for everyone.  Plants growing in jars.  Games for the kiddo's or the young at heart.  There is yummy food and let's not forget about the coffee.  Trust me, I can nurse on a single cup of coffee for several hours if needed (ahem. )

On this day I was joined by a friend who, like me, was just popping in.  Hours later, due to the fact that this amazing coffeeshop was open late, we came to the understanding that good coffee and great conversation is a wonderful way to get lost in the moment.  

So friends... If anyone needs me, I'm at table 5

Enjoy this day, 

~Simply~

Hello 

Today's coffee break comes in the middle of the day, but coffee breaks while I'm working can be grabbed at all hours.  Instead of sitting in a coffeeshop waiting, I am sitting in the waiting area at a birth clinic.  Quietly waiting while a mother takes a rest during labor.   This is the 4th consecutive birth in as many days.  We've had a bit of a storm roll in which usually brings on the babies.  There is no time to stop when a push like this comes along.  One just grabs moments of calm where ever they can be had.  The coffee today...instant... (ahem, don't judge :)

Oooop, here we go again.  Gotta scoot.

Enjoy your breaks, where ever you can grab them.

~ simply~

Hello 

I often find myself in coffee shops.  But instead of waiting for children who are now grown, married and have children of their own.  I find myself at coffee shops for work or work meetings. My time is now filled with hours of editing and other businessy stuff. My life has taken a huge shift. I only have one child left at home and I have now started my own business.

Now as I sit I am aware of how many people are here to work.  I see several people who look like they are editing.  I also see others, like me, who are here for quick business meetings.  It seems to be a common ground to meet and get to know someone better.  There is something comforting about sitting with a cup of coffee and snacking on a yummy pastry together.  Instant friends made in my book.  

    I am thankful for gathering places like these to meet new people.  And I am happy to be back to this space.

Until we meet again, enjoy your day.

~Simply

The Living room

Spent some time in this coffeeshop.  With it's inspiring messages and it's very clever online password "you matter"...how can you not enjoy spending time in this space.  

I have written about this place before, so you know the coffee is good.  But with it's new location it was even better this time around.

I enjoyed meeting friends for coffee here.  I have even done a few work meetings here. I am not alone.  The place is pleasantly packed.  There are several couples and a few singles here just enjoying time on the internet.  I was greeted at the door by a cheerful ol chap who greeted me with a friendly smile and a cheery "hi, have you been here before?" And "would you like a tour?"  Why yes, sir, I would like a tour.  Each room is filled with vintage style furniture as well as rooms done in the well decked out "living room" style.

 The Living Room in Marysville is well worth the trip out.  So grab a friend and make yourself a coffee date.

Enjoy yorself friends.

-Simply-