Welcome to my blog! I’m excited to have you along for this journey. You must have found me because you also share a love of books, travel, and quaint bookstores with a side of coffee! A little about me, I have always been found of reading since a young age when my mom would read to my siblings and I prior to bed at night. My favorite at that time was Mercer Mayer books, I have to admit that I still collect them to this day. Although my genres have changed quite a bit, my love for the escape that reading provides has not. I have always felt as though books can provide a doorway to a whole different world or mindset. Weather it is in fiction, non-fiction, romance, or practical reads they are opening doors we may have not known existed. Even if it’s for a short time or for the day reading has always provided an escape and/or self-reflection period for me from the chaos of everyday life. If we are being honest life is hard for everyone in one way or another, so finding those moments of solace are amazing!
As my love of reading has grown so has my love of all things coffee related. For my everyday job I have been fortunate enough to start traveling and I thought to myself I am going to get to see all the best coffee shops and bookstores. Afterall, who doesn’t love a warm drink in some form or fashion? So, if I can share those places that offer a welcoming atmosphere where we can decompress with a good book, meet with friends, or even do a little work, I want to do so. I have also found that there are so many bookstores that don’t get enough credit! There is just something about walking into a bookstore and the smell that just brings a smile to my face, the paper, the ink, and let’s face it if they have used books that scent is unique in itself. With that being said, I can’t wait to show you all the “hole in the wall” stores that need to be visited and given credit where credit is due!
Opening a new book is like putting on a brand-new pair of socks, there is just something so satisfying about it! So, welcome again and I cannot wait to have you join me in this experience. I will be discussing books I have read giving my honest reviews and providing some insight to unique coffee shops and bookstores. Let the fun begin!
-Jessie
