My doctor asked me yesterday how much coffee I drink and I told her one cup a day; I actually did replace that second afternoon cup with either green tea or a piece of fruit. It's tolerable, but I'll never give it up totally.
My fiance doesn't drink coffee (must reconsider nuptials) and once dared me to quit coffee. I did it. I was cranky. But I did it. And I'll never do it again. Call me an addict, but I love the smell, the taste, and maybe just the pause in the morning as I drink it. When I visit his family I have to make elaborate arrangements to get coffee. I told my fiance's dad it was my only luxury and he said it certainly is, considering the price. No more defending my coffee drinking. No more skulking around.
I would gladly spend the balance of my days in a cafe in france just drinking coffee and pondering the meaning of life. I know perhaps there is no meaning to life. I know I'll never know the answer. But doesn't that make it a great thing to ponder? (Scientists unlocking genes and manning particle accelerators: please don't discover too much. The best part of life is its mystery.)
I don't care too much about the origin of the universe. I just like being part of it all. Preferably with a cup of coffee in my hand.
Our non-profit is publishing a book on recovery from caffeine addition. We are looking for stories of recovery from various caffeinated products, including coffee, tea, energy drinks, no doz pills, soda, etc. Authors of the stories will be kept completely anonymous. This book is being written to help others who may be suffering from an addiction to caffeine and may identify with someone's story and seek help. Stories are ideally between 2,000 and 4,000 words total. If you or someone you know has struggled with caffeine addiction, this is a great opportunity to reach out and help others. All participants will receive a free copy of the book, once it is published. Please email us at nocaf4me@xemaps.com or visit www.CaffeineAwareness.org
Posted by: MK | September 30, 2008 at 06:13 AM
Our non-profit is publishing a book on recovery from caffeine addition. We are looking for stories of recovery from various caffeinated products, including coffee, tea, energy drinks, no doz pills, soda, etc. Authors of the stories will be kept completely anonymous. This book is being written to help others who may be suffering from an addiction to caffeine and may identify with someone's story and seek help. Stories are ideally between 2,000 and 4,000 words total. If you or someone you know has struggled with caffeine addiction, this is a great opportunity to reach out and help others. All participants will receive a free copy of the book, once it is published. Please email us at nocaf4me@xemaps.com or visit www.CaffeineAwareness.org
Posted by: MK | September 30, 2008 at 06:13 AM