Dear Coffee...

More than any other day of the week, it tends to be Monday and Friday mornings that you need a cup of coffee most. For coffee lovers, nothing else really compares. That’s why this Friday morning, I wanted to take the time to thank coffee. There is perhaps no greater source of motivation on those tired, sleepy mornings at the end of the week than a simple cup of just that. Especially since Friday is my only Morning shift of the entire week. So, without further ado, a thank-you letter to coffee:


Dear Coffee,

It's mornings like this that make me appreciate how wonderful you truly are. I am so glad you were brought to this earth as a tiny bean so that we can brew you and enjoy you.

I prefer you with two teaspoons of sugar and a tiny bit of milk. But some people prefer you iced. And some people prefer you with cream. Some people even prefer you with nothing at all, a great testimony to how perfect you really are.

I just wanted you to know… because sometimes, there is nothing better on a tiresome morning than a good ole cup of joe.
xoxo,
Sharlene (+ the rest of the world!)

I Need Some Coffee Loving...

I never thought I’d say this, but I am really loving coffee these days. I just started drinking it randomly a while back and now I probably have a cup every morning. I even find myself craving the taste when I wake up and now I have a cup pretty much every morning.

 I guess you could say my coffee habit was inevitable considering my mother has one of those super easy to use kettle thing. Since it's is so simple, I haven’t had to learn how to make coffee the traditional way. I just buy the little coffee cans, pop some in my cute little Disney mugs and voila—I have a deliciously yummy cup of hot coffee. I like French Vanilla coffee mix that you can buy from Tim hortens or I like nestle coffee powder with some French vanilla flavoured syrup and a splash of milk.

When I’m craving something a little sweeter I use almond milk since it definitely gives it a nice warm nutty flavor. I also add in some sugar too, which add a tad of sweetness as well. But if I'm making the coffee then I make it pretty darn strong. I really like the almond milk and FV syrup combination because it makes me feel like I’m drinking a super sugary, Starbucks-like drink that’s actually a lot more healthier than it tastes. Recently, I’ve dabbled into iced coffee when I’m out and about with friends, but I’m still not hooked on them yet. Usually I only drink them when my friends get one… Maybe it will catch on soon? Do you drink iced coffee? If so, any suggestions for me?

I used to live Timmies Iced caps and now I prefer the Regular McDonalds Iced Coffee's!

My New Breakfast Love:

Oh my gosh! About a Month ago I was in subway and I saw this adorable and delish looking yogurt parfait thing that I wanted to try. I never had a something like that before and I just couldn't believe my taste-buds! I swore that I would learn how to make them so I wouldn't have to spend money buying them everyday.

Here are some mix-ins that you can add to your yogurt for a breakfast creation that’s all your own:
Any and all fruit
Granola
Your favorite cereal
Quinoa Nuts (almond slices or pecans work well)
Honey Cinnamon
A bit of vanilla extract
Raisins
Coconut flakes or coconut milk
Or just eat it plain!

PS: If you’re having Greek yogurt, adding a little sweetener can take some of the bite out of the taste.

I’m usually not too hungry in the mornings, but yogurt is a light and easy way to make sure I get something to eat. I really hate it when I forget to grab something before I leave for work, my tummy will growl all day and that's just not cute!
 I recommend giving this a try if you’re not much of a breakfast person yourself.

Bonus: this also makes for a tasty and healthy dessert, so stock up!