lonely bogo
Sep 27, 2007 Despite Miss Ann's hatred of it, I like Starbuck's coffee. After brewing up a pot at home in the French Press, I can often be found stopping on the way to work to add to my jittery buzz. It was on one of these weekday mornings that the barista handed me a coupon to return on the weekend. It was a "Buy a Coffee for Yourself and Get One for a Friend on Us" type of deal. Sweet. I love free stuff almost as much as I love coffee.
This past weekend as I was out and about I pulled Ursula into a parking spot at 'Bucks.
I grabbed the Sunday Plain Dealer and stood at the counter wondering what to order on this sunny morning. I opened my wallet and saw the coupon that I had put in there a week back. Needing massive amount of caffeine to get through the presentation I had to put together for a meeting the next day, I decided to order two triple espressos, both with whipped cream. I handed over the coupon with my order, and the woman ringing me up said, "Oh! You and your friend should be awake all day!" It was then that I did the mental calculations, and laughed. She asked me what was funny. I said that I wondered if this was the point where I just nod and smile or where I confess that they were really both for me. Her toned changed slightly when she yelled over to the kid at the espresso machine...
"You can just go ahead and put those in one cup. It's just her."
It wasn't until after I downed the six shots that I was awake enough for that to sting a bit.
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Kel,
Often in the bodybuilding world, 'cycling' comes up -- which is when bodybuilders spend a few weeks off a certain supplement so that the effect doesn't wear off.
I'm also a pretty big caffeine addict, but I force myself to mostly avoid coffee during the summers so that I don't have to drink a tank to feel the effects later on.
Have you thought about doing something similar?
Are you suggesting that I exercise? Or that I stop drinking coffee for a while? Either way, I thought we were better friends than that.
I am thoroughly impressed you didn't reach over the counter and kill the cashier. That alone deserves a pat on the back.
Heh. Stop drinking coffee. Hey, it's so you can enjoy it more later.
Hey now. I'm saying it because I love you.
you should've thrown coffee beans at her.
She should have been grateful. You saved her the cost of a cup and space in a landfill.
I have a preference for Starbucks. It's a little $4 cup. A simple latte made with heavy cream. I add some pink stuff and a dash of cinnamon and I am happy.
I can not get the exact taste at home because I am a tight assed cheap bastid that refuses to pay for a full time Barista. Hey, I'm Scottish so it's understandable.
There's always a pot on if I'm at home.
Folgers. The best part of... waking up, getting dressed, reading, driving, relaxing, cleaning. Yup! Coffee goes with everything.
You go girl! I got that coupon too. I also have thought about using both on myself - just haven't done it yet!
What about the Pumpkin Lattes? This is the only thing I love about the Fall....
*sigh* I want summer back!
Should have ordered a third and stuck out your tongue at her...
it's not your fault you've been possessed by the evil empire. it's brainwashing. you need a good therapist is all.
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Is this dang thing broken?
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Sheeesh I keep seeing the same old post as last time. I think my stupid computer must be broke.
Hahahahah...they figured you out, huh?
LOL! I'm not a coffee fan but I do like those Caramel Frapuccino Light coffee drink things they have. I'm in a bit of trouble now since they've put in 2 new drive-thru Starbucks within 2 miles of my house. ACK!