Admiration

This morning I was reflecting...
There was a point in my life, not too long ago, when thinking back on that time, I felt very vulnerable and emotional. When in the company of people who were new I would feed off of the excitement. I made friends very easily, requiring them to share every detail of who and how they are in the world. This seems ridiculous now. Why require such intimacy from these people? I feel that even more quickly these friendships were lost because of the insane amount of intimacy, I thought was so important. Why was I so obsessed with the prospect of a new person? Maybe it was my age, both mental and emotional. Whatever that some thing was, I hope that I have in some way 'grown' out of it. Trying to get to know people takes time. I am very familiar with this length of time. Even though I want to know people instantly, I feel like the best people will surprise you right away, but finding out why is worth the wait.

Misto thoughts

Another day sitting, with no plans, and on this rainy day I feel pretty good. I'm calmed when there is rain. This morning in particular I'm going for a walk...a long walk. I hope it takes most of my day and that I can do as I please without too many distractions. That would be a great day.

Landing

One if the most amazing things I have ever been witness to was, without a doubt, the landing of the Mars rover Curiosity. Even though this moment took part within the last twenty-four hours, I am still emotional. Early this morning, I took part in what I think is the single largest step for mankind. We will soon know more about the Red Planet than anyone before our generation. And, whether you believe it or not, it is possible that more than one human will step foot on that planet within our life time. I have no aspirantion to travel into space or to explore the universe, but I recognize the grandeur of this venture and the scoop of the process to get there. I appreciate the significance of exploring the universe and want to better understand this Space that surrounds me. What an amazing thing!

Todays Cup

Anodyne's Guatemala at Roast from Guy Genus on his last day!

Todays Cup

Well, today marks a trial...I'm convinced that drinking coffee so early in the morning, so much coffee so early in the morning, is distroying my stomach. That being assumed, I'm going grocery shopping, I created a menu which includes breakfast, and I'm hoping I can over come my wired eating pattern.

So here's to the first day of an earl grey morning with breakfast, lunch, and high protein dinner!

I'm celebrating with an iced Misto at noon instead of two cups before 8am.

My body hates me...

Vroom!

Recently I ventured on a journey to South Dakota! Yep, that's right...Most notably South Dakota is known for its wide open plains and the Black Hills. I have visited this expansive state a number of times, but this time every place I passed was only a memory. Stopping only to fuel up my rental car, I rested my head in Pierre. Pierre is the Capital of South Dakota and smack dab in the middle of the state, making getting there very difficult. Driving there was fine, but driving back was torture. Ten hours, ten hours of speed across 850 miles of country. I crossed two borders and made it back to Milwaukee in relatively good time. Next time, though, I'll be starting out earlier. Driving in the dark was stressful. So, back to my journey, otherwise known as vacation. My vacation was ten days total. First leaving Milwaukee towards St.Paul, Minnesota to see a concert stay with a friend. Then I headed to Pierre for a five day stay with E. Basically, I had planned on getting there and nothing beyond and that is exactly what I did, nothing. It was a delightful time away from my usual routine. Here's to vacation!

Todays Cup

As I sit in one of my favorite coffee shopes, I am draw into conversation with my favorite barista, Genius. I also work for this shope part-time and outside of being an employee I spend every day with this place. I am dedicated to coffee, to independent businesses, to small (although Mil town is not so small) town coffee culture, and to a vision to provide excellent coffee to everyone. It's not rocket science; running a coffee shope, but it does take some thing special. The key is community. Without smart, passionate people who are invested in the same vision you will lose every thing. Not even the best coffee will keep people coming back. From the perspective of a patron you are investing in a service and a product that you could do without. Everyone can make coffee, especially at home, and everyone can save a buck by staying at home, or simply stop consuming the product. As an employee, the investment is simple too. Foremost, you're in it for the money. You need a job, but what interests you in the beginning is some thing more notable. And the same can be said whether you are the owner, manager, barista, or patron. You love coffee! You're not just addicted, you love the smell of coffee, the taste of coffee, the sound of the brewer or Espresso machine, and the feel of a warm cup of coffee in your hands. But all this would be nothing without a community of people consumed by an addiction to being served a product they could do without. Funny how that works, isn't it?

Just a thought.

Nom, nom, nom...

In this week's review, much fun was had by all...

Gert visited me! Our challenge, beat the heat. With a record high, some thing like 100 degrees, we chose to eat our way across Milwaukee. After the morning brew, Columbian, we headed out to the Pancake House. I ordered a half order of French Toast with a side of bacon and Gert ordered Potato Pancakes...and boy did she get 'em! 10 of them!! 

Todays Cup

I'm relaxing a little before heading to work. I'm sitting at Roast with a cup of Anodyne's Columbian roast and talking with Sam. Next week I'll be working at the farmers market slinging coffee. Here's to the last week of regularity!

Todays Cup

Brazil roasted by Anodyne at Roast served by Sam.

Today's Cup!

It's coffee time! This morning I got going a little late today, but I finally got a cup of coffee. In Today's Cup I'm drinking Anodyne's Brazil while sitting at Roast Coffee Company.
Almost every cup I have consumed I have documented. I'm trying to keel track of as many details as possible. However, I have missed a few cups and I also lack the will power to keep up with posting these details. For some reason I feel that I need to keep adding material to this blog that is not only coffee, but some thing more substantial.
This being stated, I think I'll just hey over it and start keeping you up to date. More content will be added and I promise numerous cups of coffee. Maybe I will keep a running tally of every cup.
I welcome your support and your cups too! What are you drinking?

Quintessential

I'm marking this day as my third anniversary of living in Milwaukee. Since moving to Milwaukee in July of 2009, I have experienced a full spectrum of life changing events. However, there are just as many, if not more, quintessentially Milwaukee things I have not experienced. Shortly after moving to Milwaukee one of my favorite bloggers, Grace Bonney from Design*Sponge, published a city guide to Milwaukee. This summer I am planning my Milwaukee Grande Tour. Here's to a great summer of fun! Leave a comment with your must see things...

So far, I've taken in a lot, but I still have a long way to go...

Today's Cup

Guatemalian and Peruvian, mixin' it up!

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El Salvador at Roast

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Ethiopia Limu natural

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Peru  from Anodyne and Roast.

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Neu Guinea  from Anodyne and Roast. Wait that doesn't seem right. I don't think I wrote that one down correctly. Weird.

Today's Cup

Misto with espresso  from Anodyne and Roast.

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El Salvador  from Anodyne and Roast.

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Chicago Coffees
First cup: at home
Second cup: at the Golden Nugget. It's a breakfast blend and it satisfies the need for caffeine.

Third cup: Four shots of delicious nectar from the Gods, Metropolis espresso. Iced Latte with with a tasty glazed doughnut with sprinkles. yum. Thank you Wormhole.

Today's Cup

First cup: Drinking Peru Cochepampa Cooperative from Anodyne at Roast.
Second cup: the MAM blend from Anodyne.
Third cup: Misto and great conversation at Roast.

Today's Cup

First cup: at Roast drinking Peru Cochepampa Cooperative roasted by Anodyne.
Second cup: at work with Johnson Brothers drinking their Breakfast Blend.
Third cup: at the Cafe Calatrava with Ellen, drinking the MAM blend from Anodyne.

Today's Cup

Brazil Nissan Senhora de Fatina from Anodyne and Roast, served by Guy Genius.

Today's Cup

Ethiopia Limu Natural from Anodyne and Roast.

Today's Cup

First cup: Colombia los Naranjos, San Augustin, Huila region from Colombia drunk at Roast, roasted by Anodyne.
Second cup: at work with Johnson Brothers drinking their Breakfast Blend.
Third cup: Espresso with Guy Genius at Roast!

Today's Cup

Brazil Nova Senhora de Fatina from the Nomads Versus region of Brazil roasted by Anodyne at Roast.

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Peru from Anodyne and Roast. Oh, it's good to be on my bike again.

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El Triunfo Reserve Mexico from Anodyne and Roast. Starting the week off right!
Now, onto work...
...then at work with Johnson Brothers drinking their Breakfast Blend.

Birthday Wishes

Since, my E moved to South Dakota I have been buying some items for my home; mostly for the kitchen. So, here are some items I want....

Joseph Joseph Nesting Bowl set with Measuring Cups, Sieve, & Strainer

You can find it in here and here!

Oh, tiny things!

 Design*Sponge is the greatest! Sometimes I really feel like Grace Bonnie lives in my brain.

Small things!

Today's Cup

The weekly update: I have been keeping up and it's been a little easier with the my new phone because I can update on the go!

Today's Cup is Los Naranjos Colombia from Anodyne and Roast. I got up early to do some yoga and then sat down for some news and coffee.

Have a great day!

My Lizzi

My sister and brother-in-law got a dog. I'm an aunt, sort of.

Today's Cup

Los Naranjos Colombia from Anodyne and Roast lazing about...I have been so busy this week. There was the new phone on Tuesday and dinner; home at 9pm, Wednesday groceries and dinner; home at 8:30pm, Thursday visiting and dinner with a friend; home at 9:30pm, Friday dinner and Sarah Vowell and a friends house warming party; home at 1:30am, and Saturday beers and dinner from Milanos/Jax (?) with friends; home at 9:30pm. Whew! I was so lazy I posted this update on Monday.

Let's here it for being social!

Today's Cup

Cup 1 & 2: Honduras roasted by from Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience while at work!

Sarah Vowel!

I know, you are all jealous...yeah!
I am so crazy excited!

I'm into the enlightenment too.

Today's Cup

Los Naranjos Colombia from Anodyne at Roast in my drip pot at the office.

Today's Cup

First cup: New Guinea Tribal Aromas organically grown from the Tribal Aromas Cooperative roasted by  Anodyne drunk at Roast.
Second cup: MAM blend roasted by  Anodyne from Cafe Calatrava.

Today's Cup

El Salvador from Anodyne at Roast.

Cool!

What am amazing thing. This new phone of mine

Today's Cup

Nicaragua Cinco de Junio from Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip pot at the office.

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El Salvadora from Anodyne at Roast.

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Sipping on Los Naranjos Colombia from Anodyne and Roast while watching the snow and the cartoons!

Today's Cup

First cup: Listening to NPR while drinking Los Naranjos Colombia from Anodyne and Roast.
Second cup: Mexican from Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience.
Third cup: Columbian from Alterra at Water Buffalo after a wonderful dinner with my girlfriends!

Lots of coffee today. Wow!

Today's Cup

Nicaragua Cinco de Junio from Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip pot at the office.

Today's Cup

I rode my bike to get El Salvador from Anodyne at Roast . It's the first day of my one-year-on-my-bike trip!

Check out my route!

Today's Cup

It's from Anodyne at Roast in the Columbian style. I also started yoga today, so Coffee came a little later this morning.

Leap!

I just cannot help myself; it's a leap year and this is leap day!

Thanks Google for the froggies!
Learn more...

Today's Cup

Nicaragua Cinco de Junio from Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip pot at the office.

Here's to you

A majority of my life my companion, my doggy, has been a Jack Russel Terrier. I don't think that I could ever have another type of dog. When I was little there as the television show Wishbone and the star of that show was a JRT and when I started watching Frasier Moose was the star! So, when the Oscar winner for blah blah was the Artist I thought about the little guy Uggie. He's so cute!

Neil Degrasse Tyson

I know you remember this guy:

No this is not LeVar Burton (I'm not talking about Reading Rainbow) This is Neil Degrasse Tyson! (and don't you wear it out!) He's such a wonderful speaker. Every time I hear him speak I get all charged up to learn more about science and space. Learn more!

Today's Cup

I forgot to check what I was getting in my cup, but I always know it's from Anodyne at Roast on my way to work!

Today's Cup

Continuing my update of my variety of coffee excursions while drinking Los Naranjos Colombia from Anodyne and Roast.

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I woke early today to restart my summer daily routine while drinking Los Naranjos Colombia from Anodyne and Roast. Up at 6am yoga, shower, eat breakfast, bike to work, and drink coffee.

I love my Job!

Today I made a stop animation at work today! Get ready for the Grand Opening of the new Kohl's Education Center. Check it out!

Today's Cup

First Cup: Updating my coffee excursions while drinking Los Naranjos Colombia from Anodyne and Roast in my Pin up 'Shapping Up' Mug.
Second at 9:30am & Third Cup at 12:30pm: Ethiopian from Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience at the MAM.

Today's Cup

Nicaragua Cinco de Junio from  Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip pot at the office.
Now let's play!

Today's Cup

El Triunfo Reserve Mexico, Shade & Organically Grown, from Anodyne at Roast on my way to work!

Today's Cup

El Triunfo Reserve Mexico, Shade & Organically Grown, from Anodyne at Roast on my way to work!

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Nicaragua Cinco de Junio from Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip pot at the office.

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Anodyne's Roast espresso blend made into a delicious cafe misto.

Today's Cup

Anodyne's Roast espresso blend made into a delicious cafe misto.

Today's Cup

Anodyne's Roast espresso blend made into a delicious cafe misto.

Today's Cup

Nicaragua Cinco de Junio from Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip pot at the office.

Today's Cup

I always know it's from Anodyne at Roast on my way to work!
&
The update from Anodyne is

Today's Cup

I forgot to check what I was getting in my cup, but I always know it's from Anodyne at Roast on my way to work!

Today's Cup

Anodyne Costa Rica San Isidro Honey from Roast in my drip coffee pot at the office.

Cookies

Check it out!

Today's Cup

First cup: Anodyne Costa Rica San Isidro Honey from Roast brewed through my pour over.
Second cup: Quad misto at Alterra on Prospect with Jenny!

Today's Cup

Anodyne Costa Rica San Isidro Honey from Roast brewed in my french press.

While listening to Frank!

 

Today's Cup

Anodyne's Roast espresso blend made into a delicious cafe misto.

Today's Cup

First cup 8:50am: Anodyne Costa Rica San Isidro Honey from Roast in my drip coffee pot at the office.
Second cup 7:00pm: Caribou Coffee Caribou Blend medium roast french press at Danielle's place.

In coffee news...

Roast updates! Check it out!

Today's Cup

First at 7:00am: Anodyne's Roast espresso blend made into a delicious cafe misto.
Second at 4:30pm: Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience at the MAM.

'nough said

Today's Cup

First at 8:30am: French Roast from Whole Foods.
Second at 3:00pm: Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience at the MAM.

Update!

Newest addition to Enjoy!

Cowboys and Indie kids

Today's Cup

Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip coffee pot at the office.

Update!

I gotta new (car) look...

Bento Want

Last week, I got my first bento box. I am so excited! I can't wait to make my first lunch and to by more accessories. Everything is so cute!

Miso Soup container

Cute!

Today's Cup

Well, a could only manage a couple sips, but it was delicious. I hate being sickly.
Anodyne Costa Rica San Isidro Honey through my pour over from Roast.

Today's Cup

Anodyne Costa Rica San Isidro Honey from Roast brewed in my french press.

Goals

Recently, I started making a lot of goals. There is no real reason why I am making goals, nor am I trying to set myself up for failure, nor is it because its the New Year. I think its just one of those things. And, this ones related to my coffee habit; addiction. *cough*

Document every cup of coffee I drink for a month, then if all goes well; a year. I'm also going to try to detail everything I can about each cup. So, you can look forward to seeing how much I drink.

Drink up!

Today's Cup

First cup: Anodyne Costa Rica San Isidro Honey from Roast brewed with my pour over.
Second cup: Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience at the MAM, during Scholastic Art Awards!

Since I've been gone!

So, there's a song about that I think, but anyways.

Here's something that is on my mind and in my tummy.

And here's something super cute!

Today's Cup

First cup: Anodyne from Cafe Calatrava.
Second cup: Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip coffee pot at the office.

Today's Cup

Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip coffee pot.

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Anodyne from Roast.

Today's Cup

Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip coffee pot at the office.

Today's Cup

Anodyne Roast espresso blend made into a delicious cafe misto.

Today's Cup

Anodyne Roast espresso blend made into a cafe misto; which by the way is not a cafe au lait. Three things make it the best drink ever: espresso, water, and steamed milk.

Today's Cup

French Roast from Whole Foods and a long walk before work.

Today's Cup

Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip coffee pot at the office.

Today's Cup

Anodyne from Roast.

Today's Cup

Anodyne from Roast.

Today's Cup

Johnson Brothers from Coffee with a Conscience in my drip coffee pot at the office.

Today's Cup

Alterra Peru Chirinos brewed through my pour over, at home in my apartment after a 19 hour bus ride.

Today's Cup

Alterra Peru Chirinos brewed in my french press leaving Pierre, SD for Milwaukee, WI. Today a long bus ride, 9:30am-4:30am.

Today's Cup

Alterra Peru Chirinos brewed in my french press in E's new apartment Pierre, SD. Today final purchases.

Today's Cup

Alterra Peru Chirinos brewed in my french press at the Governer's Inn in Pierre, SD. Today we move E into a new apartment.

Today's Cup

Alterra Peru Chirinos brewed in my french press at the AmericInn in Pierre, SD. Today looking at apartments for E.

Today's Cup

Alterra Peru Chirinos brewed in my french press leaving Osceola, WI for Pierre, SD.

Wondering

You may have been wondering what happened to NerfBertrand between January 3 and January 13. Well, lots! January 3 started a very busy week at work that broke records and expanded my understanding of people. Plus, I was visiting friends and such. Also, my favorite, E, got a job!! He was offered a position in Pierre, South Dakota; not North, they're different. So, we've been dividing a conquering our belongings and getting him ready to move to SD. In fact, we're leaving today, but the storm is haulting the move a little...too bad, I've been awake since 6am!

Well, before I leave you for another couple of days I uploaded a few new videos. Check 'em out!

Desire

Squirrel!

Today's Cup

Get ready for travel, Alterra Peru Chirinos brewed in my french press; leaving Milwaukee for seven days.

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1.15/16.12
Now for something completely different...Alterra Peru Chirinos while watching cartoons.

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A pretty little latte from Alterra with Alisha!

Today's Cup

Since it's been so long...things have been getting crazy, so now I relax with the last of the East Timor from Anodyne & Roast while sitting in bed with my favorite.

Notable History

As most of you are aware its a new year; yet another year to try some thing and call it new, just 'cause...Here are some things to reflect on and remind you of things past.

January 1
The first day of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
This year there are 365 days and counting. (364 because I'm writing this on the 2nd)
Most western European countries changed the start of the year to January 1 before they adopted the Gregorian calendar. For example, Scotland changed the start of the Scottish New Year to January 1 in 1600. England, Ireland and the British colonies changed the start of the year to January 1 in 1752. Later that year in September, the Gregorian calendar was introduced throughout Britain and the British colonies. These two reforms were implemented by the Calendar (New Style) Act 1750.
January 1 became the official start of the year as follows:

• 1522 The Republic of Venice
• 1544 Holy Roman Empire (Germany)
• 1556 Spain, Portugal
• 1559 Prussia, Sweden
• 1564 France
• 1576 Southern Netherlands
• 1579 Lorraine
• 1583 United Provinces of the Netherlands (northern)
• 1600 Scotland
• 1700 Russia
• 1721 Tuscany
• 1752 Great Britain (excluding Scotland) and its colonies

Today's Cup

Sipping on East Timor from Anodyne & Roast.

Snow!

After a delightful snow fall, it's time to pay tribute to the season. New Design! Just in time for winter.

2012

Woah!