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#29 Coffee with John

Coffee with John number thirty-something (I had lost count when I originally wrote the note).

The takeaway: gratefulness. We all have our routines, network of friends, comfort zones. Breaking out of those routines and levels of comfort to take the time to meet someone that you are not close enough or know only through a distant circle, takes courage.

We all have our routines, network of friends, comfort zones. Breaking out of those routines and levels of comfort to take the time to meet someone that you are not close enough or know only through a distant circle, takes courage.

I am grateful to everyone that has said yes to meet me. I am grateful for your time, your stories, and your boldness. Thank you for sharing, taking the time to meet, and for giving me your warmth.

I look forward to connecting and having more conversation over coffee (or tea).

Thank you. I am grateful.

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#26 Coffee with John

From early this week. The takeaway: enjoy the spur- of the- moment. While visiting a family friend and doing errands on this particular day, Coffee with John just happened. Typically, I have to coordinate with people to meet up and separate a date for us to meet up for coffee. So it was nice that we just ran with the moment and the situation allowed for it.

Coffee with John Rosie

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#18 Coffee with John

No picture from the last Coffee with John but what I do have is the takeaway, which is courage.

It takes courage to persevere and stand tall while the winds of life blow at you in all, unexpected directions.

It’s easy to fold to frustrations and emotions (as valid as they might be). It doesn’t mean that while you face situations all will go smoothly or as you planned. It probably won’t. All you can do is continue on your journey.

 

Coffee with Giovanni and Donna

PS: If you are dealing with the loss of a loved one as well and want another perspective, I encourage you to read the following blog: https://stilliriseinnc.org/

 

 

 

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#17 Coffee with John

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Another ménage à trois. Sometimes coffee is just better with three people.

This was also another Converse Coffee with John meeting. That’s two in a row with different people.

I am telling you: all the cool kids wear Converse. They probably converse, too.

Today’s takeaway: perseverance.

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Life throws obstacles, challenges and a myriad of things at us, and all we can do is march forward to turn the page. That might mean starting a whole new chapter in your life, one that’s only beginning to be written by you.

 

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#15 Coffee with John

Getting up this morning under this rainy and cold weather was challenging to say the least. Only motive was that I had already committed to meeting for Coffee with John.

I tell you what though?

It was utterly, 100% worth it.

No amount of sleep could have made up for the wonderful time I had talking and getting to know better an individual that is just radiant and amazing on so many levels.

The takeaway: a good conversation is priceless, especially over a good cup of coffee.

Coffee with John Melissa

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#14 Coffee with John

November 13th

Today Coffee with John at my favorite local: my house.

The takeaway for today: love and hope can see you through darkness.

Amazing and inspiring to hear how people have overcome obstacles and the many challenges life throws at you at any given moment.

Coffee with John Carolyn

 

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#13 Coffee with John

November 12thLIghts Juciery Maria

Another great Coffee with John this morning.

The takeaway: amazing how others can inspire you with their tenacity, strength, and honesty.

I am inspired to be more candid and direct without anger, viciousness, malice or any expectations. It’s just about letting your feeling, emotions and thoughts be heard.