Caramel Macchiato with Toffeenut

New drink I tried after one of the baristas suggested it:

Caramel Macchiato with toffeenut instead of vanilla & light caramel

This drink is good if you're looking for a treat but something that isn't overwhelmingly sweet. The caramel and toffeenut give it a sweet tinge, yet it still has the slight kick of legit coffee taste. Extra tip: I personally like to stir it up so the milk and espresso aren't separated aka an upside down caramel macchiato.

"You Have No Idea What I'm Capable Of"

"I Am Number Four"

Just saw "I Am Number Four" tonight, and it was just as entertaining as I thought it would be, but surprisingly better than I thought it would be. I love sci fi movies and all, but it's hard to come by one with a refreshing plot. This movie had the obvious set up of boy hides his true identity, boy's superpowers start to develop as he becomes an older teen, boy meets girl, falls in love, etc.. but the details of what's at stake in the film are very different. I liked that the first half of the movie wasn't for show, it was quite simple interactions yet made me feel engaged, then came the big action scenes that are just fun to watch! Michael Bay was the producer so I knew I was going to see something along the lines of epic-ness. And I wasn't disappointed! I really liked this film, and am excited for the rest of the series to come to theaters.

Turkish Coffee

Went to Byblos Cafe in the Orange Circle this morning with Brittany. We were both first-timers. This charming Mediterranean cafe seemed to be run by just one man. A very welcoming older man who works the front desk and cooks. I had seen a sign outside about a week ago saying they serve Turkish coffee and my curiosity was hooked! I had tried some espresso in Paris before, but the Turkish coffee was a much different experience. It was strong, flavorful, and a slight spice flavor to it. I added a little sugar and I was set. I love how even though the serving is small the coffee has such flavor and a kick to it, that you can't gulp it down in one go. You sip and savor.

That was one strong cup of joe, I was all smiles and perkiness after two small servings!

Made my Saturday morning.

Go out and try some Turkish coffee!

You will never find time for anything. If you want time you must make it.

I've started a new tradition of doing my workouts early in the morning at my school gym and I'm actually really liking it so far. It's a great way to start the day, and after my workout I am starving for breakfast.

I love my usual venti iced coffee with toffeenut/ 2% milk/ 2 splendas and a multigrain bagel:

"You're so easy to talk to, unlike my current cow."

"Someone Like You" (2001)

I love coming across random romantic comedies, it's exciting to see how film makers take on the challenge to spice-up the routine romantic comedy structure. This movie somewhat went against the typical romantic comedy in the fact it wasn't as simple as boy meets girl, boy asks girl out, boy falls for girl; that and some funny odd circumstances thrown in there. This is a messy love affair and shows the true vulnerability of a woman: one moment she is hating on men, the next moment she is utterly in love and defending men. Ashley Judd's character (Jane) brings to light the cow theory: a bull (male cow equivalent) will be put in a pen with a cow (female) and immediately wants to mate with her, but put that same cow in the pen the next day and the bull will not want her anymore.. he needs a new cow. Many modern women believe this theory today, that once you sleep with a guy he will go looking elsewhere. It's a hilarious, clever comparison to make.

This movie has a good message: that your judgement can blind you and that just because several men are the same doesn't mean all men are the same. The exact guy you never thought you'd want could be the guy you were meant to fall in love with.

Great line: Jane- "Man, She really did a number on you didn't she? Well, don't shit on my broken heart just because you converted to some warped brand of romantic atheism!"

Hello, Bonjour, Hola, & Buon Giorno

I'm starting this blog to share my experiences with my great loves: wine, books, coffee, and films. Great joy and solitude is found enjoying the finer, little things in life. The frequency of how often I post about each topic will differ.

The plan:

Wine: at least every 2-3 weeks I will try a new wine.

Books: shooting for reading a book each month, but could be more often or less often depending on how long the book is.

Coffee: Now this is easy. I drink coffee like its my job, therefore I am shooting for posting about a new coffee drink once a week.

Film: Again, another easy topic for me to post about since I watch new movies all the time. I could very well post twice a week about a new movie I watched.

I'm excited! I think this challenge to make time for the these activities I love will be very therapeutic. I hope it inspires you to try out some of the wine, books, coffee, and/or films I suggest and becomes therapeutic for you too.