Hubby and I tried out a new coffee place Saturday morning and it was very cool
(and delicious)!


and chai latte, and hubby had good ‘ol coffee
and a breakfast sandwich. Yum!
After we finished eating, we enjoyed our drinks while walking around the charming old downtown. We both bought a new book to add to our towering TBRs (how could we pass up the bookstore?), and when I saw this mural, I thought of my dear friend, Resa, who goes on adventures, seeking amazing and emotive murals.
This one isn’t huge, but the colors, joy, and positivity caught my eye:




I’m ending this beginning-of-the-week post with a poem that was inspired by all the rain we were getting. The sun will be in the spotlight this week though…
Your Best Interest
Steel gray clouds battle it out
with the golden orb,
moving slowly to the naked eye,
desiring to cleanse –
Mother Earth is on their side.
But the golden orb wishes
to slide into place
to shine for spirits to rise.
Tragedy and bloodshed fill screens
causing our souls to weep again.
Which one will prevail?
Which will you applaud for?
Cleansing or joy?
Isn’t it a toss-up?
And yet, emotions lie in our hearts.
We choose to let joy flow,
instead of falling to our knees,
because if there is a way to help,
we will lend a hand,
we will lend our hearts.
So, make the choice that befits your best interest.
Then you will see…
Thank you for visiting today, and I wish you a good week! ❤️
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