I find a place of peace here, The savory scent of coffee and pastries The comforting rip of steaming milk, The soft growl of grinding beans All…… Read more “Coffee is a Waltz”
Author: Kristin
Business Immigration Paralegal by day, aspiring writer/poet/lyricist by night. This blog is the diary of my life, the ups and downs, from soaring highs to shattering lows. Welcome to my life, it's a bumpy read.
Life as a Barista
I stand on the threshold, Gazing up with a mixture Of apprehension and excitement. Take a deep breath, Take it one step at a time. The door…… Read more “Life as a Barista”
Storms of Misfortune – The Tale of the Swimming iPhone
A chill swept across the campus. We all sensed it; a storm was a-brewing. Nervous eyes cast hesitant glances at the sky, sending up silent prayers to…… Read more “Storms of Misfortune – The Tale of the Swimming iPhone”
The Real-Life Struggle Bus
Sweat drips down my back, Feels like a hundred degrees.Carrying textbooks in my pack; They might as well be rocks. Can’t last much longer; Does anyone have…… Read more “The Real-Life Struggle Bus”
Enter the New Martha Stewart
I stand at the stove, nostrils tingling as sweet scents intrude. My fingers dance over the food; Spices, wines, delectable brews Splash in the pan With a…… Read more “Enter the New Martha Stewart”
Guys are Dumb
All our lives, we ladies fantasize about “The One”. From early girlhood all the way through the 20’s, we sigh over Disney princes and the stereotypical chick-flick…… Read more “Guys are Dumb”
This One’s for My Girls
This one is for all my girls out there who are looking for answers. If you are about to enter high school, or even still in middle…… Read more “This One’s for My Girls”
My Baby
Home away from home, a house on four wheels. Beneath its shiny dome, I feel utterly at peace. I slide in, that familiar scent washes over me.…… Read more “My Baby”
The Banana Car Conundrum
My eyes dart wildly, apprehensive at every turn. A blue one here, a black one there, and I feel myself relax. And then a flash of color,…… Read more “The Banana Car Conundrum”
Insomnia (The Sleep-Deprived Ramblings of an Exhausted College Student)
In the Still of the Night, the cool wind howling, no soul in sight, only the stars seem alive. Winking, shining, smiling on Earth from Millions of…… Read more “Insomnia (The Sleep-Deprived Ramblings of an Exhausted College Student)”
Life of Busy Nothings 