For the love of coffee...

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My beautiful friend, Tosca, while sipping a cup of coffee.

10 reasons why I drink coffee:


1. It definitely awakes me and it gets me back on track. Drinking coffee stimulates my mind especially when I am at work and I am overwhelmed with so many deadlines.


2. It connects people. Inviting somebody for a cup of coffee will result to a social interaction. One can gain friends over a cup of coffee.


 3. It is a form of air freshener. The aroma wards off unwanted smells. Furthermore, the wonderful aroma results to arousal of the senses.


4. It makes my day. I cannot imagine starting my day without a cup of coffee. Coffee has been a part of my morning ritual especially while saying Lauds (the official morning prayer of the Church).


5. It gives comfort. A cup of coffee is a good company in your darkest moments. The warmth soothes your soul and relaxes your body.


6. It is healthy. Who says that coffee is bad for your health? Latest study shows that coffee contains antioxidants and certain vitamins as well. Just don't overdose.


7. It can bring out new and wonderful ideas. Sipping a cup of coffee can lead to new perspectives in life. It can create ideas and who knows, it can lead to the discovery of the cure for cancer and HIV.


8. It makes me think how beautiful life is. The sweetness and the aroma will make you feel good.


9. It unites me with my fellow human beings. The cup of coffee that you are drinking is made by human hands. Somebody planted the coffee, another one harvested the beans, and maybe another person dried it and roasted it. And finally, somebody packed it for you. It creates a sense of responsibility and may even lead to a realization of  the nature of human labor.


10. It makes me think about God. Who says that coffee can't be a source of meditation? God made the coffee and He made it sooo gooood! Isn't this wonderful enough to thank Him for this great blessing?