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Coffee & Comfort

The scent of vanilla is just an undertone to the rich coffee smell. It is surprising how the vanilla adds notes of sweetness to the smell that one would expect to carry through into the flavour. However, that first sip does not reveal anything other than a smooth black coffee. Today I am tasting Hamilton… Continue reading Coffee & Comfort

Writing

Photo Prompt 36: The Run

Use this image as a prompt to create a post and reference back here. You can come back and share by posting your link in the comment section below. That’s it! Can’t wait to view your posts… The Run It was the rhythmic feel of my feet alternately hitting the ground that pulled me back,… Continue reading Photo Prompt 36: The Run

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Coffee & the Virtual Pantry

What snacks go well with coffee? Mini bakes donuts with vanilla glazeCinnamon rollsA nice slice of coffee cakePlain croissantCrepesDark chocolateSomething caramelTiramisuBerriesScrambled eggs and toastMaybe a couple of oatmeal raison cookies Coffee is almost always better with a bite to eat. So, let me open the virtual pantry and see what we can find. If we… Continue reading Coffee & the Virtual Pantry

Writing

Photo Prompt #35: The Last 24 Hours

Use this image as a prompt to create a post and reference back here. You can come back and share by posting your link in the comment section below. That’s it! Can’t wait to view your posts… The Last 24 Hours It wasn’t cold out, but it wasn’t hot either. It was jeans and sweater… Continue reading Photo Prompt #35: The Last 24 Hours

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A Writing Sparkle Coffee Memoir

My mild taste for coffee turned into a full blown addiction. My nervous system needed the stimulant to function. I needed the caffeine because of the benefits of improved alertness, concentration, energy, clear-headedness, and feelings of sociability that it kindled. I was long past the person who needed a cup of coffee in the morning,… Continue reading A Writing Sparkle Coffee Memoir

Miscellaneous

Photo Prompt #34: Strategy & Excessive Pride

Use this image as a prompt to create a post and reference back here. You can come back and share by posting your link in the comment section below. That’s it! Can’t wait to view your posts… Strategy & Excessive Pride They had evaluated all the major parties positions and goals. They’d used that data… Continue reading Photo Prompt #34: Strategy & Excessive Pride

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What is in your coffee mug this morning?

I am at a loss for words regarding the smell of my coffee this morning. It is a soft comforting smell that is kind of sweet. It actually masks the smell of the coffee! The taste is soft as well and a bit creamy. For me that rich bitter taste of coffee that I enjoy… Continue reading What is in your coffee mug this morning?

Writing

Photo Prompt #33: Friday Treat

Use this image as a prompt to create a post and reference back here. You can come back and share by posting your link in the comment section below. That’s it! Can’t wait to view your posts… Friday Treat The sunlight glinted off the glass creating the image of dancing lights around the cupcake. Every… Continue reading Photo Prompt #33: Friday Treat

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Pass the coffee pot please

The smell is sweet and bitter all at once, but it also more than that. As I inhale the warmth of my coffee I acknowledge the smell of marshmallow and chocolate. I have heard of rocky road bars and rocky road ice cream but not rocky road coffee! I wonder how the flavour holds up… Continue reading Pass the coffee pot please

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Weekend Coffee Share: Mocha Chip Offerings

Image is from Coffee Queen on Facebook I savor the smell of chocolate that is rising form my mug. It is a multi-layered smell that is both sweet and bitter. The flavour itself is reminiscent of dark chocolate and ground coffee beans after being doused in hot water. The temperature of this cup of coffee… Continue reading Weekend Coffee Share: Mocha Chip Offerings