Five Things Coffee Has Taught Me

I relish the stillness of the morning, the silence that awakens my soul to be loud. I anticipate the cup of warmth that has taught me so much more than other give credit to it. I am blessed with the morning’s stolen moments before the dawn awakens my family, my loves. Alone time is a rare commodity and learning about myself from a cup of java has been the most grateful part of my day.

1. Patience. The anticipation of my favorite mug being coated with java that I know will soon come out of the machine has taught me to anticipate all things with patience. Know that there is a time and a place for all things to happen and often times, I am not in control of when the process happens, even if I do start the machine.
2. Love comes in the smallest of forms. Truly. If this little cup can give me love, then I have to pay attention to the love that comes in the smallest of forms to me. Being married has also taught me this.
3. Happiness does too. Being happy over this little java bean also allows me to be happy about other little things. Rep PR’s, a smile on my child’s face, just to name a few.
4. Be bold. I like my coffee just like I like my personality, bold. The universe, or anyone else, can’t read my mind. If I want something, I have to be bold, take chances and not be afraid of hearing know but understand that an accomplishment was made when I asked in the first place.
5. Feel. When the warmth of the coffee touches my lips, seeps down my throat and coats my stomach with its warmth, I feel it. I can also allow myself to feel everything else in my life, whether or not it is good or bad. I am allowed to feel.

​Sitting in the darkness, allowing myself to understand why I am here, what my purpose is, and where I am heading is the best feeling whilst my hands grip the one thing that helps me understand it all.